Agenda — Willits City Council, January 26, 2022

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WILLITS CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
JANUARY 26, 2022 | 6:30 PM | VIA TELECONFERENCE
Due to the provisions of the Governor’s new Executive Order N-15-21 (Assembly Bill 361) which continues to suspend certain requirements of the Brown Act, and the Order of the Health Officer of the County of Mendocino to continue to impose/recommend measures to promote social distancing to minimize the spread of COVID-19, the City Council will be participating by tele/video conferencing.

TELECONFERENCING ATTENDANCE INSTRUCTIONS
How to attend this Council meeting remotely – See end of the agenda.

1. OPENING MATTERS
a. Call to Order. | b. Pledge to Flag. | c. Roll Call.

2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council welcomes participation in its meetings. Comments shall be limited to three (3) minutes per person so that everyone has an opportunity to address the Council. To expedite matters and avoid repetition, whenever any group of persons wishes to address the Council on the same subject matter, the Mayor may request the group appoints a spokesperson. This item is limited to matters under the jurisdiction of the City Council, which are not on the posted agenda. Public criticism of the City Council, Commission, Boards and Agencies will not be prohibited. The City Council will take no action.

3. PUBLIC MATTERS
a. Presentation of a Proclamation – Celebrating Edith Ceccarelli’s “114th Birthday. b. Presentation of a Proclamation – in Recognition of Black History Month.

4. ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES
a. None.

5. CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Council considers matters listed under the Consent Calendar as routine. The Council will take action with a single motion and roll call vote. A Councilmember may request the removal of an item(s) from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and subsequent action.

The following items as presented are before the City Council for approval or denial:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. December 8, 2021
ii. January 12, 2022
b. Adopt a Resolution to replace Resolution 2021-33 adopted on September 8, 2021 to correct inaccuracies referring to the approval and authorization of adjustment to salaries and benefits for Unrepresented Employees.

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6. MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORTS
Matters that do not require action by the City Council but are of public interest. a. Business License Activity for February 2021.

7. COMMISSIONS, AGENCIES AND AUTHORITIES
The Willits City Council meets concurrently as the City of Willits Planning Commission & City of Willits Successor Agency.

8. CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
a. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the installation of a sculpture (Pinwheel) in the eastern portion of Highway 20 Park.
b. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the construction of a 60 by 80-foot, privately owned hangar at Willits Municipal Airport south of existing facilities. c. Verbal Reports – No Action.

9. DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATIONS (ACTION ITEMS)
a. None presented.

10. DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORTS
a. None presented.

11. CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS, COMMUNICATIONS AND REPORTS

12. GOOD & WELFARE

13. CLOSED SESSION NOTICE
a. Pursuant to Government Code §54957 – Public Employee (Annual) Performance Evaluation – City Manager.

14. ADJOURNMENT
Right to Appeal - Persons who are dissatisfied with the decisions of the City Council may have the right to a review of that decision by a court. The City has adopted Section 1094.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure, which generally limits to 90- days, the time within an individual and/or entity may judicially challenge the decisions of the City Boards and Agencies.

I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that I posted the foregoing Agenda on the bulletin board at the main entrance of the City of Willits City Hall, located at 111 East Commercial Street, Willits, California, not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting set forth on this Agenda.

Dated this 21st day of January, 2022.

Cathy Moorhead, Deputy City Manager / City Clerk
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Willits City Council Agenda – January 26, 2022. Page 3 of 3 Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the Willits City Council, Planning Commission, or Community Development Agency after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at City Clerk’s office at 111 E. Commercial Street, Willits, during normal business hours, Monday through Thursday 9 AM to 5:30 PM.

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PROCLAMATION

A PROCLAMATION OF THE WILLITS CITY COUNCIL

RECOGNIZING EDITH RECAGNO KEENAN CECCARELLI
AS “114” YEARS YOUNG
WHEREAS, it is the privilege of the Willits City Council to acknowledge and honor you as you turn 114 years young. We would officially like to recognize that you have had the privilege of celebrating the most Birthdays in Mendocino County. Born in Willits, California on February 5th, 1908; and
WHEREAS, the community of Willits join you in helping you celebrate your special day with a drive-by parade on February 5th. This will be a truly memorable event, as friends and loved ones extend their love, respect, and honor you on your special day. Your lifelong love of people has enriched all those whose lives you have touched over your lifetime; and
WHEREAS, at the age of 114 you continue to “wine” and dine, dress to the nine’s and love the sounds of the big band music each and every day.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Saprina Rodriguez, Mayor of the City of Willits, along with Vice Mayor Greta Kanne, and Council Members, Larry Stranske, Gerardo Gonzalez, and Madge Strong do hereby extend our collective heartfelt congratulations to you Edie Ceccarelli in wishing you a very Happy Birthday.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and cause the Seal of the CITY OF WILLITS to be affixed this 26th day of January, 2022. __________________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
ATTEST: City Council of the City of Willits
_____________________________

CATHY MOORHEAD
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
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PROCLAMATION A PROCLAMATION OF THE WILLITS CITY COUNCIL RECOGNIZING BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2022
WHEREAS, each year, Black History Month is observed in February; and WHEREAS, Black History Month celebrates the achievements and contributions that African Americans have made in shaping our county, society and communities; and WHEREAS, the origins of Black History Month date back to 1915 when Dr. Carter G.

Woodson founded the organization known today as the Association for the Study of African American Like and History; and
WHEREAS, observing Black History Month provides opportunities to gain a deeper understanding of African American history and acknowledge the centuries of struggles for equality and freedom; and
WHEREAS, every year, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History sets a them for Black History Month, and the theme for 2022 is, “Black Health and Wellness”; and
WHEREAS, this year’s theme explores "the legacy of not only Black scholars and medical practitioners in Western medicine, but also other ways of knowing (e.g., birthworkers, doulas, midwives, naturopaths, herbalists, etc.) throughout the African Diaspora; and WHEREAS, the City of Willits is proud to honor the history and contributions of African Americans in our community, throughout our state, and nation.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Saprina Rodriguez, Mayor of the City of Willits, along with Vice Mayor Greta Kanne, and Councilmembers Larry Stranske, Gerardo Gonzalez, and Madge Strong do hereby proclaim February 2022 as

BLACK HISTORY MONTH
And encourage everyone to observe this month by acknowledging the history and challenges faced by African Americans, and paying tribute to this community for its strength, perseverance, character, and contributions, all of which enrich our lives IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and cause the Seal of the CITY OF WILLITS to be affixed this 26th day of January, 2022.

ATTEST: SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council of the City of Willits

CATHY MOORHEAD
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
111 E. COMMERCIAL STREET
WILLITS, CALIFORNIA 95490
(707) 459-4601 TEL
(707) 459-1562 FAX

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MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2021
Mayor Strong called a regular meeting of the City Council to order at 6:30 p.m., via teleconference/video conference. The meeting was preceded by the pledge to the flag.

Roll Call: Councilmembers Gerardo Gonzalez, Greta Kanne, Larry Stranske, Saprina Rodriguez, and Mayor Madge Strong were present.

Also present were staff members: Brian Bender City Manager; Jim Lance, City Attorney; Dusty Duley, Community Development Director; Scott Herman, Utilities Superintendent; Kenan O’Shea, Public Works Superintend; Karen Stevenson, Human Resources Manager; and Cathy Moorhead, Deputy City Manager | City Clerk.

Due to the provisions of the Governor’s new Executive Order N-15-21 (Assembly Bill 361) which continues to suspend certain requirements of the Brown Act, and the Order of the Health Officer of the County of Mendocino to continue to impose/recommend measures to promote social distancing to minimize the spread of COVID-19, the City Council will be participating by tele/video conferencing.

2. Public Communications
None presented.

3. Public Matters
a. Nomination and Appointment of Mayor.

Mayor Strong nominated Councilmember Rodriguez for Mayor.

Public Comment(s): None presented.

Moved by Strong/Seconded by Gonzalez by carried unanimously to appoint Councilmember Rodriguez as Mayor for 2022.
b. Nomination and Appointment of Vice Mayor.

Councilmember Gonzalez nominated Councilmember Kanne for Vice Mayor.

Public Comment(s): None presented.

Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Strong by and carried unanimously to appoint Councilmember Kanne as Vice Mayor for 2022.
c. Presentation by Trout Unlimited & Salmonid Restoration Federation: Opportunities for flow enhancement and water management in the Outlet Creek Drainage.

A PowerPoint was presented to the City Council to brief them on the proposed project and how willing they are to work with the Council and staff to make this a viable project.

Willits City Council Minutes of December 8, 2021 Page 2 of 5

4. Enactment of Ordinances
a. Discussion and possible adoption of Ordinance No. 2021-02 amending Willits Municipal Code Chapters: 2.08.10, 3.08, and 3.09, entitled “Authority Limited;” “Purchasing Supplies, Equipment, and Services;” and “Awarding Public Projects” Respectively, and waive the second reading.

Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Kanne and carried unanimously to waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2021-02 amending Chapters: 2.08.10 “Authority Limited;” 3.08 “Purchasing Supplies, Equipment, and Services;” and 3.09 “Awarding Public Projects” of the Willits Municipal Code, and direct staff to comply with the procedures and requirements for adoption of said ordinances.

5. Consent Calendar
The following item(s) are recommended for approval or denial, as follows:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. August 25, 2021
ii. September 01, 2021 – Special Mtg
iii. September 08, 2021
iv. September 29, 2021 – Special Mtg
v. October 13, 2021
vi. October 25, 2021 – Budget Workshop
vii. October 27, 2021
vii. November 10, 2021 – Special Meeting
ix. November 10, 2021
b. Resolution (No. 2021-43) ratifying and extending for an additional 30-days, approval of continuing virtual City Council, Commission, and Committee meetings pursuant to AB 361.

Public Comment(s): None presented.

Moved by Strong/Seconded by Gonzalez and carried unanimously to approve Consent Calendar items (a&b).

6. Informational Reports
Matters that do not require action by the City Council but are of public interest. a. None.

7. Commissions, Agencies and Authorities
a. None.

8. City Manager Reports and Recommendations
a. Adoption of the July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2024 Salary Schedule and Matrix for the Management Employees.

Public Comment(s): None presented.

Moved by Kanne/Seconded by Strong to adopt a Resolution (No. 2021-44) approving the Salary Schedule and Matrix between the City of Willits and City Management Employees, effective July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2024.
b. Verbal Reports – No Action.

Public Comment(s): None presented.

Willits City Council Minutes of December 8, 2021 Page 3 of 5

9. Department Recommendations (Action Items)
a. Discussion and possible action to adopt a Resolution awarding a Professional Services Contract to EBA Engineering for Landfill Post Closure Compliance Services for a three year term, with a not to exceed amount of $42,074 for the first year, and $37,074 for the second and third year, for a total not to exceed amount of $116,222.

Presenting staff member: Andrea Trincado-Slater, Project Manager.

Public Comment(s): None presented.

Moved by Strong/Second by Gonzalez and carried unanimously to adopt resolution (No. 2021-46), awarding a contract to EBA Engineering for landfill post closure services for a three-year term, with an annual not to exceed amount of $42,074 for the first year, and $37,074 for the second and third year, with a total not to exceed amount of $116,222 and authorize the City Manager to execute contract documents. b. Discussion and possible action to adopt a Resolution awarding a Professional Services Contract to Photovoltaics California for a two year term for a total not to exceed amount of $50,000.

Presenting staff member: Andrea Trincado-Slater, Project Manager.

Public Comment: None presented.

Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Strong and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution (No. 2021-45) awarding a contract to PVCA for a two year term, with an annual not to exceed amount of $50,000, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract documents.

10. Department Monthly Reports
a. Airport – No further questions.
b. Community Development Department:
 Community Development Director Duley informed the City Council that the City received the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Mr. Duley is very excited to be receiving this grant and is looking forward to rolling it out.

More information will be presented to the council at a later date.  Vice Mayor Kanne asked for an update on the Vacancy Ordinance. Mr. Duley informed the City Council that 13 letters have been sent to vacant property owners requiring them to register the property with the City. To date, 5 property owner have responded and registered. Will continue to follow up on the remaining eight.
c. Engineering:
 Public Works Director Herman reported the Dig-out Rehabilitation Project will be completed on Friday, December 10th; California and Penn Street Project is scheduled to be completed the first week of January.
d. Police Department:
 Police Chief Lizarraga reported that Dispatcher Stainbrook has returned to work 2 days a week; RIPA will go live on January 1, 2022; advised the community to not leave holiday packages in cars, make sure to always lock the doors.
e. Public Works:
 Superintendent O’Shea thanked the City Council for their support of senior staff; also informed them that this month’s report is a combination of November and December.

Willits City Council Minutes of December 8, 2021 Page 4 of 5  Vice Mayor Kanne thanked Solid Waste of Willits for picking up green waste bins once a week for both November and December.
 Councilmember Gonzalez commented on the roof leaking at City Hall.

Superintendent O’Shea informed the council that they had to put a tarp on the roof of the Community Center as it needs to be reroofed badly, and also repaired a major leak in the Council Chambers, due to the recent storms. f. Utilities:
 Public Works Director Herman report the Tesla Solar Project that was installed at the Wastewater Treatment Plant was successful, thanks to Daniel Curtis and Davey Bowles for seeing it through.
 Reservoir is at 89% capacity and the spillway is overflowing.  Thanked Public Works and Water Department for replacing 60’ of old pipe on Bittenbender Lane. Mr. Herman also thanked the public for their patience while this was being completed.

No action taken.

11. City Council Announcements, Communications and Reports  Mendocino Council of Government (MCOG) – met and discussed Gualala Downtown Streetscape project, receiving a substantial amount of public comment; Regional Energy Network Program; approved 2022 MCOG Board Calendar and the Mendocino County Regional Transportation Plan.
 Economic Development & Financing Corporation (EDFC) – has a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, December 9, 2021.
 Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA) – has a regularly scheduled meeting for December 16, 2021.
 Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) – met and Councilmember Gonzalez informed the City Council that he has one more meeting as a member on this board.

They are planning to hold a meeting in January to appoint members to the board.

Mayor Rodriguez inquired about the trash and safety issues at Evergreen Shopping Center. City Manager Bender informed the City Council that he is currently working with the shopping centers Manager and has been informed that they are planning to upgrade security camera and policing of the center. They are aware of the trash issues, but have no resolution at this time.

Public Comment: none presented.

No action taken.

12. Good & Welfare
 Mayor Rodriguez thanked outgoing Mayor Strong for her service as Mayor for 2021; also congratulated Vice Mayor Kanne for her new role on the City Council; informed the community of the upcoming Craft Fair that will be taking place at the Community Center; and Roots of Motive Power will be holding a Christmas event.  Councilmember Gonzalez reminded the community of the upcoming Rotary Crab Sales; Sober Grad is holding a Christmas candy sale; and the Senior Center will be hosting a Chicken and Polenta Dinner.
 Councilmember Strong informed the community that the Farmers Market is back indoors on Thursdays from 3-5:30pm at the Little Lake Grange.  Vice Mayor Kanne sent her condolences to the Family of Jacqueline Morninglight and informed the community that Ms. Morninglight was the founder of Willits’ Hometown Celebrations. These events have always been full of music and fun, all by the grace of Jackie. Ms. Kanne thanked her and her family for making Willits a wonderful place.

Willits City Council Minutes of December 8, 2021 Page 5 of 5 ADJOURNED TO CLOSED SESSION AT 8:04 PM

13. Closed Session Notice
a. Conference with Legal Counsel Pursuant to Government Code §54956.9 – Existing Litigation: Alexis Blaylock vs the City of Willits; Mendocino County Superior Court, Case No. 21CV00310.

Council reconvened to open session at 8:56 p.m. with no action to report from Closed Session.

14. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Rodriguez declared the meeting adjourned at 8:56 p.m. _____________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council for the City of Willits
ATTEST:
__________________________

CATHY MOORHEAD
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
111 E. COMMERCIAL STREET
WILLITS, CALIFORNIA 95490
(707) 459-4601 TEL
(707) 459-1562 FAX

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WILLITS CITY COUNCIL

MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2022
Mayor Rodriguez called a regular meeting of the City Council to order at 6:30 p.m., via teleconference/video conference. The meeting was preceded by the pledge to the flag.

Roll Call: Councilmembers Madge Strong, Gerardo Gonzalez, Larry Stranske, Greta Kanne, and Mayor Saprina Rodriguez were present.

Also present were staff members: Brian Bender City Manager; Jim Lance, City Attorney; Dusty Duley, Community Development Director; Manuel Orozco, Finance Director; Scott Herman, Utilities Superintendent; Jeremy Ronco; and Delores Pedersen, Acting City Clerk.

Due to the provisions of the Governor’s new Executive Order N-15-21 (Assembly Bill 361) which continues to suspend certain requirements of the Brown Act, and the Order of the Health Officer of the County of Mendocino to continue to impose/recommend measures to promote social distancing to minimize the spread of COVID19, the City Council will be participating by tele/video conferencing.

2. Public Communications
None presented.

3. Public Matters
Madge Strong expressed her personal concerns regarding the insurrection at the US Capital.

4. Enactment of Ordinances
None presented.

5. Consent Calendar
The following item(s) are recommended for approval or denial, as follows:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. August 23, 2021 – Special
ii. December 20, 2021 – Special
b. Resolution (No. 2022-01) ratifying and extending for an additional 30-days, approval of continuing virtual City Council, Commission, and Committee meetings pursuant to AB 361.
c. Resolution (No. 2022-02) changing of Authorized Signatures for the City of Willits Checking Account, Payroll Account, and Safe Deposit Box at Savings Bank of Mendocino County.
d. Resolution (No. 2022-03) authorizing specific City staff to transfer funds between the Local Agency Investment Fund and Savings Bank of Mendocino County. e. Resolution (No. 2022-04) changing of authorized signors for the City of Willits trust and custody accounts held at US Bank.

Public Comment: None presented.

Willits City Council Minutes of January 12, 2022 Page 2 of 4 Moved by Stranske/Seconded by Strong and carried unanimously to approve Consent Calendar item(s) (5a-e).

6. Monthly Activity Reports
Matters that do not require action by the City Council but are of public interest. a. Business License Activity for December 2021.

ADJOURNED AS THE WILLITS CITY COUNCIL AND RECONVENED AS THE WILLITS SUCCESSOR AGENCY AT 6:39 P.M.

7. Commissions, Agencies and Authorities
a. SITTING AS THE WILLITS SUCCESSOR AGENCY - Adopt a Resolution to approve the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule 2022-23 and Administrative Budget for July 2022 through June 2023.

Presenting staff member: Finance Director Orozco
Public Comment: None presented.

Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Strong and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution (No.2022-05) approving the ROPS 2022-23 and Administrative Budget for the period of July 2022 through June 2023.

ADJOURNED AS THE WILLITS SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND RECONVENED AS THE WILLITS CITY COUNCIL AT 6:46 P.M.

8. City Manager Reports and Recommendations
a. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the installation of 195 lineal feet of red curb marking No Parking Zone along the east side of Humboldt Street north from the intersection with E.

Commercial Street.

Public comment: Reporter for Willits Weekly commented that new signage went up a few weeks back, will this make those signs obsolete? Both City Manager Bender and Public Works Superintendent O’Shea commented that with the approval of the item, the current signs will be replaced with newer ones.

Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Stranske and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution (No. 2022-06) accepting the recommendation of the Safety Committee. b. Adopt a Resolution announcing the support by the Willits City Council to the effort of Trout Unlimited to pursue grant funding to initiate a pilot study to explore the feasibility of releasing limited amounts of water from Morris Reservoir to improve the fisheries of Davis and Outlet Creeks.

After discussion with the City Council and Trout Unlimited this item was placed on hold so that the newest information can be placed in the resolution and brought back at a subsequent meeting.
c. Verbal Reports – No Action.

9. Department Recommendations (Action Items)
a. Adopt Resolution accepting the construction completion of the 2021 Pavement Preservation Project, Project No. 2021-02, and authorizing the filing of the Notice of Completion.

Willits City Council Minutes of January 12, 2022 Page 3 of 4 Presenting staff member: Project Manager Ronco
City Manager Bender and Public Works Director Herman thanked the Engineering Department for a job well done on this project and also the residents for their corporation during this project.

Public Comment: None presented.

Moved by Gonzalez/Seconded by Strong and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution (No. 2022-07) accepting the construction of the Pavement Preservation Project (Project No. 2021-02), and authorize the City Manager to file the Notice of Completion.

10. Department Monthly Reports (SECOND MEETING OF EACH MONTH) a. None presented.

No action taken.

11. City Council Announcements, Communications and Reports a. Mayor’s Appointments to City Committees, Boards & Agencies for 2022.

Public Comment: None presented.

The Mayor’s Appointments were accepted by the City Council.  Museum Advisory Board: met and Councilmember Kanne reported that the board is having difficulty reaching a quorum, have 2 open seats, Karen Mattson was promoted to Museum Director. Next meeting is in March.
 Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority (MSWMA): has a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, January 20, 2022. Mendocycle Hazard Waste Day is January 22, 2022 in Willits.
 Economic Development & Financing Corporation (EDFC): has a regularly scheduled meeting Thursday, January 1, 2022. More Small Business loans to approve on the agenda.
 Willits Sober Grad Committee: Councilmember Gonzalez reported that Sober Grad is selling tickets for a Pulled Pork Lunch on February 13, 2022  Mendocino County Transit Authority (MTA): - met and Mayor Rodriguez reported it was centered around staffing issues.

12. Good & Welfare
Councilmember Strong expressed her concern for City Staff that have become ill with Covid.

Wishes them well and a speedy recovery.

Adjourned to Closed Session at 7:30 P.M.

13. Closed Session Notice
a. Pursuant to Government Code §54957 – Public Employee (Annual) Performance Evaluation – City Manager.

Council reconvened to open session at 8:23 p.m., with the following action to report from Closed Session:

Evaluation format was discussed, the actual evaluation will take place on February 9, 2022 in closed session.

Willits City Council Minutes of January 12, 2022 Page 4 of 4

14. Adjournment
Mayor Rodriguez declared the meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m. _____________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council for the City of Willits
ATTEST:
__________________________

DELORES PEDERSEN
Acting City Clerk
Item No. 5b
Meeting Date: January 26, 2022

AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
From: Karen Stevenson, Human Resources Manager
Agenda Title: ADOPTED A RESOLUTION TO SUPERSEDE RESOLUTION 2021-33 ADOPTED ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 TO CORRECT INACCURACIES REFERRING TO THE APPROVAL AND

AUTHORIZATION OF ADJUSTMENT TO SALARIES AND BENEFITS FOR UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES.

Type: Presentation Consent Regular Agenda Public Hearing Urgent Time: N/A Summary of Request: Resolution 2021-33 was submitted with inaccurate information with regard to a onetime payment in the amount of $1,000 for unrepresented employees following ratification by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 1245. The agreement does not contain any provisions for a onetime payment of $1,000 for unrepresented employees.

In addition, incorrect dates were given for a three percent (3%) Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) stated January when it should be July 2022; and a three percent (3%) COLA to the unrepresented employees effective the first full pay period following July 1, 2023.

Recommended Action: Approve this Resolution that will supersede Resolution 2021-33 showing the corrected changes.

Alternative(s): NA.

Fiscal Impact: NA
Personnel Impact: None
Reviewed by: City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Finance Director Human Resources Risk
Council Action: Approved Denied Other:________________________________________ Records: Agreement Resolution #_________ Ordinance #_________ Other _________ Resolution No. 2021-33 Page 1 of 1 September 8, 2021
Amended – January 26, 2022
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILLITS APPROVING AND

AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENT TO SALARIES AND BENEFITS FOR UNREPRESENTED

EMPLOYEES
(SUPERCEDING RESOLUTION 2021-33)
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council to adjust the salaries and benefits of unrepresented employees of the City of Willits.

WHEREAS, the City Council does hereby approve and extend the following to unrepresented employees, which authorizes a five percent (5%) salary increase, effective the first full pay period in January 2022; and a three percent (3%) Cost of Living (COLA) increase to the Unrepresented Salary Schedule, effective the first full pay period following July 1, 2022; and a three percent (3%) Cost of Living (COLA) increase to the Unrepresented Salary Schedule, effective the first full pay period following July 1, 2023; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Willits approves and authorizes as per previous practice, all other employees, except contract employees, receive the same salary increase and one-time distribution as the International Brotherhood Electrical Workers, Local 1245.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager and Deputy City Manager/City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to execute this Salary and Benefit Adjustment for unrepresented employees.

The above and foregoing Resolution was introduced by Councilmember Gonzalez seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez, and passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Willits, held on the 26th day of January, 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ATTEST:
__________________________
__________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council of the City of Willits

CATHY MOORHEAD
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
Item No. 8a
Meeting Date: January 26, 2022

AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
From: Brian Bender, City Manager
Agenda Title: ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE INSTALLATION OF A SCULPTURE (PINWHEEL) IN THE EASTERN PORTION OF HIGHWAY 20 PARK.

Type: Presentation Consent Regular Agenda Public Hearing Urgent Time: 20 minutes Summary of Request: Jane Camp (the patron) wants to donate a sculpture to the City for placement at the Highway 20 Park. The sculpture is whimsical in concept as it mimics a child’s pinwheel and consists of three spinning wheels mounted on separate, structural pipes (please see the artist’s sketch and conceptual illustrations). The overall height of the sculpture is seventeen feet from grade and the three stainless steel pinwheels have 36, 48, and 54-inch radii. The sculpture will occupy an open, lawn area of Highway 20 Park approximately 150 feet west of the Park’s eastern boundary (please see location map). The installation does not include any other amenity or feature as the sculpture will sit on a concrete base. From the time of City Council approval, the installation should take place within four-months once the artist (Cjay Roughgarden) completes the sculpture’s fabrication.

In return for the donation of the sculpture, the City is responsible for the installation consisting of site preparation, pouring/finishing all necessary concrete, and erecting the sculpture. The initial cost estimate for the installation is less than $2,000 in materials and a time commitment of three separate days to complete the excavation, concrete, and assembly phases. The project may require a contractor such as an electrician if a decision is made to illuminate the sculpture. The hiring of a contractor could add $1,000 to project costs.

The City Council first considered the proposal during the Council’s May 26, 2021 meeting. The Council after reviewing the proposal decided to form an Arts Ad Hoc Advisory Committee to allow its members to compose guidelines for the acceptance art donations intended for placement on City sites. The committee met on three occasions between August and October last year and during their conversations, refined the current proposal by finalizing the location, agreeing on the scale and size of the sculpture, and obtaining advice from City staff.

Staff requires prior to the installation, a professional engineer to review the plans to certify all structural elements and materials comply with engineering principals to ensure the sculpture does not pose a risk to the public. Staff also requires the artist/patron provide a one-year guarantee/warranty on workmanship and materials starting from the date of installation. Over the course of the year, the artist/patron have full responsibility to make any repairs and/or revisions before the City fully accepts the donation.

Recommended Action: Adopt the accompanying Resolution to accept the donation of the sculpture (as depicted) for installation at the identified location in Highway 20 Park. Staff advises the City Council to attach the following items to their approval: (1) The artist/patron submits a certification from a licensed engineer for staff review prior to the installation: and (2) The artist/patron guarantees the installation and sculpture itself for one-year.

Alternative(s): To have Arts Ad Hoc Committee reconvene to consider alternative location for the proposed sculpture and/or to have the Committee compose revisions to the proposed sculpture and present them to the City Council.

Fiscal Impact: The City will need to allocate upwards of $3,000 for materials and if is there is a need to retain contractor (electrician) for specific tasks.

Personnel Impact: The assignment of up to three members from Public Works for three-days to complete the installation.

Reviewed by: City Manager City Attorney City Clerk Finance Director Human Resources Risk
Council Action: Approved Denied Other: ________________________________________ Records: Agreement Resolution #_________ Ordinance #_________ Other _________ Concept illustrations provided by the patron.

Highway 20 Park
Sculpture Proposal
City Council
January 26, 2022
Location Map | Exhibit A
FLOWER ST./HIGHWAY 20
FRANKLIN AVE.

MAIN ST./HIGHWAY 20
Highway 20 Park
Sculpture Proposal
City Council
January 26, 2022
Sketch provided by the artist.

Resolution No. 2022- Page 1 of 1 January 26, 2022
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILLITS AUTHORIZING THE

INSTALLATION OF A SCULPTURE (PINWHEEL) IN THE EASTERN PORTION OF HIGHWAY 20 PARK.

WHEREAS, the City Council is committed to enhancing the quality of life within the City of Willits by providing efficient services, encouraging community engagement, celebrating diversity, and maintaining delightful public spaces; and WHEREAS, the City Council as part of that commitment encourages artists and patrons to present objects of art for consideration for installation at City sites; and WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes the value of exceptional public art as a means to add to the City’s vibrancy and identity; and
WHEREAS, the City Council first discussed the placement of the pinwheel sculpture at their May 26, 2021 meeting when they decided to form an Ad Hoc Advisory Committee to refine the proposal. FURTHERMORE, the Ad Hoc Advisory Committee convened on three separate occasions where they reviewed the proposal and discussed various project items.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Willits City Council does hereby approves the placement of pinwheel sculpture in the eastern portion of Highway 20 Park as illustrated in Exhibit A condition upon the following:
a. The artist/patron submits a certification from a licensed engineer for staff review prior to the installation.
b. The artist/patron guarantees the installation and sculpture itself for one-year.

The above and foregoing Resolution was introduced by Councilmember __________ seconded by Councilmember ____________ and passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Willits, held on the, 26th day of January, 2022, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:
_________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council of the City of Willits
ATTEST:
________________________

CATHY MOORHEAD
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
Item No. 8b
Meeting Date: January 26, 2022

AGENDA SUMMARY REPORT
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
From: Brian Bender, City Manager
Agenda Title: ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 60 BY 80-FOOT, PRIVATELY OWNED HANGAR AT WILLITS MUNICIPAL AIRPORT SOUTH OF EXISTING FACILITIES.

Type: Presentation Consent Regular Agenda Public Hearing Urgent Time: 20 minutes Summary of Request: Mike Smith (4535 Bear Canyon Road, Willits, CA) seeks approval by the City Council to construct a 60 by 80-foot hangar south of existing structures at the Willits Municipal Airport (Please see the Mapping Exhibit).

Mr. Smith intends to maintain ownership of the hangar and use it as a base for his wildfire observation & scouting business. Mr. Smith currently rents three separate hangars and wants to consolidate all the aircraft in one structure to ease their maintenance and repairs during the off-season. Besides fulfilling his own needs, Mr.

Smith may also explore the possibility of renting some square footage of the hangar to a nonaffiliated aircraft repair business as a means to introduce a new service to the Airport. Alternatively, Mr. Smith noted he would consider configuring the hangar to accommodate existing Airport tenants, Sierra Pacific or Reach Air Medical Services if either of them decide the new hangar is a better alternative to their current spaces.

If the City Council agrees to the submitted proposal, the approval is the first step of at least three other phases before construction can occur. The City will need to present a request to the FAA for the agency to amend the adopted Airport Layout Plan (February 2017) to show the proposed development. The plan does not show placement of any structures in the subject area. The City’s consultant, Mead & Hunt would receive the directive to prepare the amendment request. The next phase involves the drafting of a private Hangar Lease with applicable terms including the term length and rent amount.

Recommended Action: Adopt the accompanying Resolution to approve the construction of a 60 by 80-foot, owner-occupied hangar at Willits Municipal Airport in the location illustrated in the Mapping Exhibit.

Alternative(s): None.

Fiscal Impact: There is the expense of approximately $1,000 to retain Mead & Hunt to prepare the Airport Layout Plan amendment to the FAA.

Personnel Impact: Minimal during this administrative phase of the project.

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILLITS AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 60 BY 80-FOOT, PRIVATELY OWNED HANGAR AT WILLITS MUNICIPAL AIRPORT SOUTH OF EXISTING FACILITIES.

WHEREAS, the City of Willits owns and operates Willits Municipal Airport-Ells Field occupying 91-acres on three separate parcels identified with Assessors Parcel Numbers of 037-160- 51-05, 038-020-32-05, and 037-160-62-00; and
WHEREAS, the Willits Municipal Airport supports general aviation activities in Mendocino County and throughout Northern California; and
WHEREAS, the Willits Municipal Airport contains City owned hangars that are leased to tenants for aviation purposes, and two other privately, owned structures housing an aviation repair service and an air ambulance service; and
WHEREAS, the Willits Municipal Airport has space to accommodate the proposed hangar in the identified location without impeding other airport activities; and WHEREAS, the proposal to allow a privately owned hangar as a means to encourage business development fulfils the goal adopted by the City Council - Develop and implement economic development strategies for the City of Willits that will promote the development and maintenance of strong business sector including business retention and attraction, tourism, marketing and revenue generation.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Willits City Council does hereby approves the construction of a 60 by 80-foot, privately owned hangar at Willits Municipal Airport as illustrated in the Mapping Exhibit condition upon the following:
a. Mike Smith of 4535 Bear Canyon Road, Willits, CA 95490 is the only recipient of the approval granted by the City Council.
b. The FAA approves the City’s request to amend the Airport Layout Plan to accommodate the hangar.
c. The City Council must review and approve a subsequent Hangar Lease. d. The applicant obtains all necessary building approvals.

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:
_________________________
SAPRINA RODRIGUEZ, Mayor
City Council of the City of Willits
ATTEST:
_________________________

CATHY MOORHEAD
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
Mapping Exhibit

POPPY DRIVE
A view towards the northeast of
the proposed site.

Willits City CouncilJanuary 26, 2022

Willits City Council
January 26, 2022