Agenda — Yreka City Council, April 15, 2025

Corey Middleton, Mayor
Paul McCoy, Mayor Pro tempore
Colleen Baker, Councilmember
Drake Davis, Councilmember
James Clair, Councilmember
Jason Ledbetter, City Manager
Juliana Lucchesi, Asst. City Manager
Emily Aldrich, Finance Director
Matthew Bray, Public Works Director
John Elsnab, Human Resources Director
Cyndy Prohaska, City Clerk
Mark Gilman, Police Chief
Jerry Lemos, Fire Chief
Andrew Jared, City Attorney

YREKA CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
April 15, 2025
Closed Session: 5:30 PM
Regular Session: 6:30 PM
Yreka City Council Chamber, 701 Fourth Street, Yreka, CA Phone 530-841-2386, Facsimile 530-842-4836, email: [email protected] Regular Meetings of the Yreka City Council are held the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month.

The full agenda packet can be found on the City’s website at www.yrekaca.gov/AgendaCenter. Copies of all staff reports and documents subject to disclosure that relate to any item of business referred to on the agenda are available for public inspection 72 hours before each regularly scheduled meeting, and 24 hours before each special meeting, at the City Clerk’s office at City Hall, located at 701 4th St, Yreka, California during normal business hours. Any writing that is subject to disclosure that relates to an agenda item for open session distributed less than 72 hours prior to the meeting will be available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s office during normal business hours.

Materials distributed to a majority of councilmembers less than 72 hours before a meeting will be available for public inspection on the City’s website at www.yrekaca.gov/AgendaCenter.

Please note the following change to the City’s public comment procedures: Unless a Councilmember is participating in the meeting remotely pursuant to Government Code section 54953(f), remote public comment will not be accepted. Public comment may be provided in-person or via email, as set forth below.

Members of the public desiring to provide comments as a part of the meeting are encouraged to either submit written comments by 3:00 p.m. to the City Clerk prior to the meeting or to attend the meeting in person." Written comments will be distributed to the Councilmembers but will not be read aloud at the meeting.

1. 5:30PM CALL TO ORDER CLOSED SESSION:

2. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS:

Public participation is limited to those items listed for closed session.

If your comments do not concern an item listed on this Agenda, please address the City Council at the next regular meeting.

The City requests that persons addressing the City Council refrain from making personal, slanderous, profane, or disruptive remarks.

Councilmembers, when recognized by the Mayor, may ask questions of presenter but no action may be taken by the City Council during the public comment section of the meeting. Under the Brown Act, the City Council is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda.

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• Please speak into the microphone from the podium. The podium electronically adjusts up and down to accommodate speaker.
• Please state your name for the record prior to providing your comments. • Please address the Council as a whole.
• If you have documents to present, please provide a minimum of seven (7) copies. These become a public record.
• Please limit your remarks to five (5) minutes.
• Since Council is unable to take action on issues not on the agenda, your matter may be referred to staff for follow up or be placed on a future agenda.

Public comment period is not intended to be a “Question and Answer” period or conversations with the Council or City staff.

3. CLOSED SESSION:

4. 6:30PM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SESSION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

5. ROLL CALL:

6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:

7. PRESENTATIONS: (NONE)

8. PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Public participation is welcomed and invited at all City Council meetings. This time is set aside for residents to address the City Council on matters listed on the Consent Agenda as well as other items not included on the Regular Agenda. If your comments concern an item noted on the Regular Agenda, please address the Council when that item is open for public comment.

The City requests that persons addressing the City Council refrain from making personal, slanderous, profane, or disruptive remarks.

Councilmembers, when recognized by the Mayor, may ask clarifying questions of presenter but no action may be taken by the City Council during the public comment section of the meeting. Under the Brown Act, the City Council is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda.

This time is set aside for residents to address the City Council on matters listed on the Consent Agenda as well as other items not included on the Agenda. If your comments concern an item listed under the Public Hearing or New Business sections of the Agenda, please address the Council when that item is open for public comment.

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The public comment period is not intended to be a “Question and Answer” period or conversations with the Council or City staff.

9. CONSENT AGENDA:

All matters listed under the consent agenda are considered routine and non-controversial and will be enacted by one motion unless any member of the Council wishes to remove an item for discussion, a. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting held April 1, 2025. b. Motion to Direct the City Manager to Approve the Fee Waivers for the City Stage and Encroachment Permit, Downtown Street Closures, and Hanging of an Event Banner along Downtown Miner Street for Siskiyou Beef ‘N’Brew Event.

Recommended City Council Action: Motion to Adopt the Consent Agenda of the City Council of the City of Yreka as presented.

10. PUBLIC HEARINGS: (NONE)
Public Hearing Protocol:
i. Mayor will describe the purpose of the Public Hearing. ii. City Staff will provide the Staff Report.
iii. City Staff will respond to questions from the City Council. iv. Mayor will open the Public Hearing.
v. Public wanting to comment will come to the podium, provide the City Clerk with their name and address, and provide their comments.
vi. Mayor will close the Public Hearing.
vii. City Council will deliberate and act on the item.

11. CITY BUSINESS:

City Manager/ City Attorney
a. Agenda Title: Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 881 Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones and Amend Sections of the Yreka Municipal Code Regarding Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

Recommended City Council Action: (1) Consider Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map as recommended by the State Fire Marshal, amended to include Parcel Data (Attachment 1.B) (2) Waive the full reading of an Ordinance Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones as recommended by the Fire State Marshal and amend Chapter 11.10 of the Yreka Municipal Code (Attachment 1.A) and (3) Read the following Ordinance by title only: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YREKA, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE MAP AND AMENDING TITLE 11, CHAPTER

11.10 AS “FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES”
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Human Resources Director
b. Agenda Title: Adoption of Resolution 2025-13 of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving the Compensation Resolution for Unrepresented Dispatcher Employees.

Recommended City Council Action: Motion to Adopt Resolution 2025-13 of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving the Compensation Resolution for Unrepresented Dispatcher Employees.

Human Resources Director
c.Agenda Title: Discussion/Possible Action on Adopting a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving the Compensation Resolutions for Unrepresented Fire Employees and Authorizing the City Manager to Recruit Six Fire Positions.

Recommended City Council Action: Motion to Adopt Resolution 2025-14 of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving the Compensation Resolution for Unrepresented Employees and Authorizing the City Manager to Recruit Six Fire Positions.

12. CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS:

City Manager and Staff may make brief announcements or reports at this time.

13. MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBERS REPORTS, STATEMENTS AND REQUESTS:

AB 1234* Conference and Meeting Report (verbal, if any) *(In accordance with AB 1234, Councilmembers shall make a brief report or file a written report on any meeting/event/conference attended at City expense.) Members of the Council may make brief announcements, reports, or request staff to report to the Council on any matter at a subsequent meeting.

14. ADJOURNMENT:

In compliance with the requirements of the Brown Act, notice of this meeting has been posted in a publicly accessible place, 72 hours in advance of the meeting.

Public Hearings: If you wish to challenge in court any of the matters on an agenda for which a public hearing is to be conducted, you may be limited to raising only those issues which you (or someone else) raised orally at the public hearing or in written correspondence received by the City at or before the hearing. Any person seeking to challenge a City Council decision made as a result of a proceeding in which by law a hearing is required to be given, evidence is required to be taken, and the discretion in the determination of facts is vested in the City Council, shall be required to commence that action 90 days following the date on which the decision becomes final as provided in Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6. Please refer to Code of Civil Procedure 1094.6 to determine how to calculate when a decision becomes “final.” "CHALLENGING DECISIONS OF CITY ENTITIES The time limit within which to commence any lawsuit or legal challenge to any quasi-adjudicative decision made by the City of Yreka is governed by Section 1094.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure, unless a shorter limitation period is specified by any other provision, including without limitation Government Code section 65009 applicable to many land use and zoning decisions, Government Code section 66499.37 applicable to the Subdivision Map Act, and Public Resources Code section 21167 applicable to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Under Section 1094.6, any lawsuit or legal challenge to any quasi-adjudicative decision made by the City must be filed no later than the 90th day following the date on which such decision becomes final. Any lawsuit or legal challenge, which is not filed within that 90-day period, will be barred. Government Code section 65009 and 66499.37, and Public Resources Code section 21167, impose shorter limitations periods and requirements, including timely service in addition to filing. If a person wishes to challenge the above actions in court, they may be limited to raising only those issues they or someone else raised at the meeting described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Yreka, at Yreka City Council Agenda
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or prior to the meeting. In addition, judicial challenge may be limited or barred where the interested party has not sought and exhausted all available administrative remedies."
The City of Yreka does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or any other legally protected classes in employment or provision of services. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodations for this meeting should notify the City Clerk 48 hours prior to the meeting at (530) 841-2386 or by notifying the Clerk at [email protected].

AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION AND POSTING

STATE OF CALIFORNIA)

COUNTY OF SISKIYOU) SS

CITY OF YREKA)
I, Cyndy Prohaska, City Clerk for the City of Yreka, hereby declare under penalty of perjury that a copy of the above Agenda of the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Yreka, California, was delivered and/or notice by email not less than 72 hours, before the hour of 5:30PM on April 15, 2025 to the members of the governing agency, and caused the agenda to be posted on the City’s website at www.yrekaca.gov and posted at Yreka City Hall, 701 Fourth St., Yreka, California.
/s/: Cyndy Prohaska
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YREKA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
April 1, 2025
Closed Session: 5:30 PM
Regular Session: 6:30 PM
Yreka City Council Chamber, 701 Fourth Street, Yreka, CA Phone 530-841-2386, Facsimile 530-842-4836, email: [email protected] Regular Meetings of the Yreka City Council are held the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month.

Materials distributed to a majority of councilmembers less than 72 hours before a meeting will be available for public inspection on the City’s website at www.yrekaca.gov/AgendaCenter.

1. 5:30PM CALL TO ORDER CLOSED SESSION:

The meeting was called to order at 5:30 pm.

2. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS:

No public comment on closed session received.

3. CLOSED SESSION:

The City Council will recess to Closed Session to discuss the following item(s). At the conclusion of the Closed Session, Open Session will reconvene and reportable action, if any, will be announced:
a. Conference with Labor Negotiator Government Code §54957.6(a) This meeting is being livestreamed and can be viewed on Siskiyou Media Council’s YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzx2GSYFCrgE5przvnzitXQ Yreka City Council Agenda
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Agency Negotiator: Human Resources Director
Agency Organization: YEA & YMEU

4. 6:30PM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SESSION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

Closed session adjourned at 6:00 pm.

There was no reportable action during closed session.

Regular Session was called to order at 6:31 pm.

5. ROLL CALL:

Councilmembers Clair, Davis, Baker, McCoy & Middleton are present.

6. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:

Motion to Approve the Agenda as Presented.

MOTIONED: Councilmember McCoy
SECOND: Councilmember Middleton
AYES: Clair, Davis, Baker, McCoy & Middleton
NO’s: -0-
The motion passes.

7. PRESENTATIONS: (NONE)

8. PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Public comment received by: Steve Radford

9. CONSENT AGENDA:

All matters listed under the consent agenda are considered routine and non-controversial and will be enacted by one motion unless any member of the Council wishes to remove an item for discussion, a. Approval/ratification of payments issued from February 23, 2025, through March 22, 2025. b. Cash Balances, Budget to Actual and Fiscal Performance Reports for January 2025. c. Cash Balances, Budget to Actual and Fiscal Performance Reports for February 2025. d. Quarterly Investment Report Ending December 31, 2024. e. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting held March 18, 2025. f. Adoption of Resolution 2025-12 of the City Council of the City of Yreka Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Keenen & Associates as the Broker of Record for City Insurance Plans.

Recommended City Council Action: Motion to Adopt the Consent Agenda of the City Council of the City of Yreka as presented.

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Motion to Adopt the Consent Agenda of the City Council of the City of Yreka as presented.

MOTIONED: Councilmember Clair
SECOND: Councilmember Davis
AYES: Clair, Davis, Baker, McCoy & Middleton
NO’s: -0-
The motion passes.

11. CITY BUSINESS:

City Manager
a. Agenda Title: Discussion and Direction on the Proposed Design for Replacing Ringe Pool.

Recommended City Council Action: A Motion to Approve the Ringe Pool Design as Presented or with Council Modifications.

Public comment received by: Steve Radford & Lorenzo Love Motion to Approve the Ringe Pool Design as Presented.

MOTIONED: Councilmember McCoy
SECOND: Councilmember Clair
AYES: Councilmember Clair, Baker, McCoy & Middleton
NO’s: Councilmember Davis
The motion passes.

City Manager
b. Agenda Title: Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance to Designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones and Amend Sections of the Yreka Municipal Code Regarding Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

Recommended City Council Action: (1) Consider Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map as recommended by the State Fire Marshall, amended to include parcel data (Attachment 1.B) (2) Introduce and waive the full reading of an Ordinance by the State Fire Marshall and amend Chapter 11.10 of the Yreka Municipal Code (Attachment 1.A) (3) Read following ordinance by title only: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF YREKA, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE MAP AND AMENDING TITLE 11, CHAPTER 11.10 AS “FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES” Public comment received by: Steve Radford
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Motion to (1) Consider Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map as recommended by the State Fire Marshall, amended to include parcel data (Attachment 1.B) (2) Introduce and waive the full reading of an Ordinance by the State Fire Marshall and amend Chapter 11.10 of the Yreka Municipal Code (Attachment 1.A) (3) Read following ordinance by title only: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

YREKA, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE MAP AND AMENDING TITLE 11, CHAPTER 11.10 AS “FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES” MOTIONED: Councilmember Clair
SECOND: Councilmember Middleton
AYES: Councilmember Clair, Davis, Baker, McCoy & Middleton NO’s -0-
The motion passes.

Mayor Pro Tem Paul McCoy
c. Agenda Title: [Action Tabled from Meeting of March 18, 2025] Discussion / Possible Action: A Discussion of Government Code §36513 and Possible Violations by Councilmember Drake Davis and Whether a Vacancy has Occurred on the Yreka City Council.

Recommended City Council Action: For the City of Yreka to Comply with California Government Code §36513 and that Drake Davis’s Seat on the Yreka City Council has been Vacated by his Non-Compliance with California Government Code §36513.

Since this item was continued from the March 18, 2025, City Council Meeting public comment had already been closed, therefore no public comment was received.

Motion to Grant a Good Cause Absence to Councilmember Drake Davis Retroactive to October 15, 2024, and That our City Attorney, Andrew Jared, Provide a Legal Opinion in Writing Stating the Information that he has Provided to us from this Meeting and the March 18th City Council Meeting.

MOTIONED: Councilmember Baker
SECOND: Councilmember Middleton
AYES: Councilmembers Clair, Baker & Middleton
NO’s: Councilmember McCoy
The motion passes.

12. CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS:

City Manager, Jason Ledbetter, gave an update.

Police Chief, Mark Gilman, gave an update.

13. MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBERS REPORTS, STATEMENTS AND REQUESTS:

Councilmember Clair gave an update.

Councilmember Davis gave an update on Fire Safe Council.

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Councilmember Middleton gave an update.

Councilmember Baker gave an update.

14. ADJOURNMENT:

The meeting was adjourned at 9:25 PM.
____________________________
Mayor of the City of Yreka
Minutes approved by City Council
Motion on April 15, 2025
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Cyndy Prohaska, City Clerk
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CITY OF YREKA

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
To: Yreka City Council
From: Alia Roca Lezra, Planning Manager
Agenda title: Possible Action Regarding Request to Waive Fees, Close Downtown Miner Street, and Hang a Banner for the Siskiyou Beef ‘n’ Brew Event to be held September 27, 2025, on Downtown Miner Street
Meeting date: April 15, 2025
Discussion: The Siskiyou County Cattlewomen submitted an application for the Siskiyou Beef ‘n’ Brew event happening Saturday, September 27, 2025, on Downtown Miner Street. The SC Cattlewomen request fee waivers for the City stage rental and City encroachment permit, approval for temporary downtown street closure, and permission to hang a banner on the Miner/Broadway lightpoles to advertise the event.

Summary: This will be the third annual Beef ‘n’ Brew event, the first was held in 2023. The event will host around 1700 people, including 21 vendors, and offer live music, dinner, and downtown shopping for attendees. Miner Street would be closed 1pm – 10:30pm for the event, including setup and takedown. City Council approval is required for waiving fees, approving street closures for events, and for hanging banners for private events on Miner Street.

Fiscal Impact:
• Stage Rental Fee: $450.00
• Stage Rental Deposit: $450.00
• Encroachment Permit Fee: $100
Total to be waived: $1,000.00
Recommended Action: None.

Possible Action:

1. Motion to Direct the City Manager to approve the fee waivers for the city stage and encroachment permit, downtown street closure, and hanging of an event banner along Downtown Miner Street for the Siskiyou Beef ‘n’ Brew event.

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
TO: Yreka City Council
FROM:

PREPARED BY:

Jerry Lemos, Fire Chief
Andrew L. Jared, City Attorney
AGENDA TITLE: Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance to Designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones, and Amend
Sections of the Yreka Municipal Code Regarding Fire
Hazard Severity Zones.

MEETING DATE: 04/15/2025
Recommended Action:
1) Consider Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map as recommended by the State Fire Marshal, amended to include parcel data (Attachment 1.B)
2) Waive the full reading of an Ordinance Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones as recommended by the State Fire Marshal and amend Chapter 11.10 of the Yreka Municipal Code (Attachment 1.A)
3) Read following ordinance by title only:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YREKA,

CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE MAP AND AMENDING TITLE 11, CHAPTER 11.10 AS “FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES”
Discussion
This matter was considered by the City Council at its meeting on April 1, 2025. The Council unanimously approved introducing the attached ordinance and map for first reading. The ordinance and map are presented here for second reading and adoption. The full staff report and supporting documentation for the April 1 presentation can be accessed at https://www.ci.yreka.ca.us/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04012025-514 beginning at page 111 of the packet.

Attachments:

1. Proposed Ordinance
A. Proposed FHSZ Map
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ORDINANCE NO. 881
[PROPOSED]AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF YREKA, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE

FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE MAP AND AMENDING
TITLE 11, CHAPTER 11.10 AS “FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY
ZONES”
WHEREAS, Chapter 11.10 “Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones” of Title 11 Buildings and Construction of the Yreka Municipal Code was adopted in 1995 by Ordinance 708;
WHEREAS, since adoption of Chapter 11.10 state law has modified the method and ability of cities to adopt fire hazard severity zones (FHSZ’s); WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code section 51178, the State Fire Marshal published a map indicating the Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zones for the City of Yreka designating various areas in the City of Yreka as moderate, high and very high FHSZ’s;
WHEREAS, the map prepared by the State Fire Marshal did not create FHSZ boundaries based on areas consistent with parcel map boundaries, and was not presented with detail at the parcel level or with sufficient detail to determine precisely which parcels were within the various FHSZ’s; WHEREAS, in order to provide for the effective fire protection in the City of Yreka and adequately administer the implementation of the FHSZ’s presented, the City Council of the City of Yreka finds that it is necessary to adopt a map indicating FHSZ’s at the parcel level;
WHEREAS, presenting the FHSZ map at the parcel level showed some parcels with more than one FHSZ designation;
WHEREAS, a parcel with more than one FHSZ designation presents challenges for efficient and comprehensive implementation of effective fire protection in the City;
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WHEREAS, changes to the proposed map and amendment of Chapter 11.10 of the Yreka Municipal Code is necessary for effective fire protection within the area;
WHEREAS, in order to conduct effective fire protection within the City, it is necessary to administer properties with more than one FHSZ on a single lot as the highest FHSZ on that lot;
WHEREAS, any modifications made to the FHSZ’s determined by the State Fire Marshal are being made accordance with the California Government Code, ensuring that FHSZs were not downgraded; and
WHEREAS, the changes proposed to the map and its interpretation through amendments to Chapter 11.10 of the Yreka Municipal Code are necessary for effective fire prevention in the City to achieve the following in very high severity zones: Maintain defensible space of 100 feet from each side of an occupied dwelling or occupied structure; Remove portions of a tree that extends within 10 feet of the outlet of a chimney or stovepipe; Maintain a tree, shrub, or other plant adjacent to or overhanging a building free of dead or dying wood; Maintain the roof of the structure free of leaves, needles, and other vegetative materials; and Certify that a new occupied structure or rebuilding of an existing occupied structure complies with all applicable state and local building codes.

NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YREKA
DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Findings. The recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference.

Section 2. Adoption of Fire Severity Zone Map. Pursuant to Government Code section 51179(a), the City Council hereby adopts the fire hazard severity zones as recommended by the State Fire Marshal, adopts such map entitled “City of Yreka Fire Hazard Severity Zones” map attached hereto as Exhibit A depicting such fire hazard severity zones with reference to all legal parcels as such exist on this date, and finds that in order to effectively administer fire protection within the area it is it is necessary that when a parcels has with more than one FHSZ on a single lot the highest FHSZ on that lot shall be administered for the entire lot. The City of Yreka Fire Hazard Severity Zones map shall be on file in the Office of the City Clerk and shall be available upon request. The official map is also located Yreka City Council Agenda
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electronically on the following website: https://www.ci.yreka.ca.us/.

Section 3. Municipal Code Amendment. The City Council hereby amends Chapter 11.10 of Title 11 of the Yreka Municipal Code to read as follows:

Chapter 11.10 - HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES

11.10.010 - Designation.

The fire hazard severity zones as recommended by the State Fire Marshal, pursuant to Government Code section 51179(a), are adopted by the City Council pursuant to Ordinance 881, as depicted in Exhibit A to such ordinance in the map entitled “City of Yreka Fire Hazard Severity Zones”.

11.10.020 – Multiple Designation.

In the event that a single parcel has more than one fire hazard severity zone associated with such parcel on the City of Yreka Fire Hazard Severity Zones map, the more strict designation shall apply to the entire property. In order to effectively administer fire protection within the area it is it is necessary that when a parcel has with more than one FHSZ on a single lot, the highest FHSZ on that lot shall be administered and enforced for the entire lot.

11.10.030 - Designation may not be decreased.

Pursuant to Government Code section 51179(b)(3) no fire hazard severity zone identified by the State Fire Marshal for an area within the city may be decreased to a lesser fire hazard severity zone.

11.10.040 - Building regulations enforcement.
(a) The building official shall enforce the provisions of the California Building Code, as such pertains to all moderate, high and very high fire hazard severity zones designated under section 11.10.010 or addressed under section 11.10.020.
(b) The city manager or designee shall enforce and shall have the authority to enforce the provisions of the Government Code and all other codes and regulations affected by designation of fire hazard severity zones.

Section 4. CEQA. City staff have evaluated the proposed Ordinance and determined that it is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Sections 15061(b)(3), 15303, and 15308 on the grounds that it can be seen with certainty that the Ordinance will not Yreka City Council Agenda
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have a significant effect on the environment. To the extent this is a project under CEQA, it is categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15304 (Minor Alterations to Land), 15305 (Minor Alterations in Land Use Limitations), 15307 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of Natural Resources), and 15308 (Actions by Regulatory Agencies for Protection of the Environment).

Section 5. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the final decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, phrases or portions might be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

Section 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after final adoption.

Section 7. Implementation. The City Council hereby authorizes and directs the City Manager to take any action and sign any documents necessary to implement this Ordinance.

Section 8. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify to passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall give notice of its adoption as required by law.

Section 9. Inconsistencies. Any provisions of the Yreka Municipal Code, or appendices thereto, or any other ordinances of the City inconsistent herewith, to the extent of such inconsistencies and no further, are hereby repealed.

Section 10. Codification. The City Clerk is directed and authorized to instruct the publisher of the City of Yreka Municipal Code that codification of this Ordinance is limited to Section 3.

Section 11. Execution. The Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to subscribe this ordinance where indicated below to evidence its approval.

Introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council held on April 1, 2025, passed, approved by at least a majority and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Yreka held on April 15, 2025 by the following vote:

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AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

Corey Middleton, Mayor
Approved as to Form: Attest:

Andrew Jared, City Attorney Cyndy Prohaska, City Clerk
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CITY OF YREKA

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
To: Yreka City Council
From: Jason Ledbetter, City Manager
Prepared by: John Elsnab, Human Resources Director
Agenda title: Requested action – Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving the Compensation Resolution for Unrepresented Dispatcher Employees
Meeting date: April 15, 2025
Discussion:

The City recently made a unit modification under the current Employer-Employee Relation Policy to separate the dispatcher classification from the Yreka Peace Officers Association (YPOA) Memorandum of Understanding. By separating the classification from the YPOA, the dispatchers are no longer represented, although the City has established a compensation resolution that outlines wages and benefits for their respective classification as follows.

Wages 23% cost of living adjustment effective April 27, 2025. 3% annual cost-of-living adjustment for 2026, 2027, and 2028.

Medical Premium The City’s employer medical benefit is equivalent to the cost of 85% of Pers Gold.

Longevity Pay Employees receive longevity pay of up to 10% of base pay based on years of service.

Vacation Leave Increased vacation accrual with the elimination of compensatory time (CTO). Dispatchers with prior public service receive a vacation accrual rate based on their cumulative prior years of service.

Deferred
Compensation Match
The City matches dollar for dollar that the employee places into their deferred compensation account to a maximum of $2,000 per year.

Salary Survey Agreement on comparable agencies and data points to use for determining total compensation with future compensation studies.

Estimated Fiscal Impact in Dollars:

The fiscal impact is approximately $110,100.00 for the first year of the compensation resolution.

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Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving the Compensation Resolution for Unrepresented Dispatcher Employees
Approved by: __________________________________
Jason Ledbetter, City Manager
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-13

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YREKA

APPROVING THE COMPENSATION RESOLUTION FOR

UNREPRESENTED DISPATCHER EMPLOYEES
WHEREAS, upon adoption, this Resolution supersedes any and all prior adopted memorandum of understandings and benefits resolutions for the dispatcher classification; and
WHEREAS, this Resolution sets forth the salary and benefit compensation for the unrepresented dispatcher classifications as described herein; and WHEREAS, this Council finds that the provisions and agreements contained in the Compensation Resolution are fair and proper and in the best interests of the City.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YREKA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The Council hereby finds and determines that the foregoing recitals are true and correct.

Section 2. The Dispatcher Compensation Resolution is hereby approved, and the City Manager or designee is hereby authorized and directed to execute said document, with such changes, insertions and omissions as may be approved by the City Manager.

Section 3. The City Manager, the Finance Director, and all other proper officers and officials of the City are hereby authorized and directed to execute such other agreements, documents and certificates, and to perform such other acts and deeds, as may be necessary or convenient to effect the purposes of this Resolution and the transactions herein authorized.

Section 4. It is further resolved, If any section, subsection, part, clause, sentence or phrase of this Resolution or the application thereof is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, the validity of the remaining portions of this Resolution, the application thereof, shall not be effected thereby but shall remain in full force and effect, it being the intention of the City Council to adopt each and every section, subsection, part, clause, sentence phrase regardless of whether any other section, subsection, part, clause, sentence or phrase or the application thereof is held to be invalid or unconstitutional.

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Section 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage.

Passed and adopted this 15th day of April 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:
__________________
Corey Middleton
Mayor
Attest:
_____________________
Cyndy Prohaska, City Clerk
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City of Yreka
Terms of Employment
For
Dispatchers
Effective April 27, 2025
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Table of Contents
Preamble......................................................................................................................... 1 Wages............................................................................................................. 1

1.1. Salary Schedule.............................................................................................. 1

1.2. Salary Increases ............................................................................................. 1

1.3. Salary Survey.................................................................................................. 1 Overtime Provisions ........................................................................................ 1

2.1. Overtime.......................................................................................................... 1

2.2. Call Back Pay.................................................................................................. 2

2.3. Standby Time.................................................................................................. 2 Premium Pays................................................................................................. 2

3.1. Longevity Pay.................................................................................................. 2

3.2. POST Dispatcher Certificate ........................................................................... 2

3.3. Training Premium............................................................................................ 2

3.4. Bilingual Pay ................................................................................................... 3 Insurances....................................................................................................... 3

4.1. Medical and Dental Insurance: ........................................................................ 3

4.2. Vision Insurance: ............................................................................................. 3

4.3. Life Insurance:................................................................................................. 3 Retirement....................................................................................................... 4

5.1. CalPERS Retirement ...................................................................................... 4

5.2. Deferred Compensation .................................................................................. 4 Leaves ............................................................................................................ 4

6.1. Vacation Leave ............................................................................................... 4

6.2. Holidays .......................................................................................................... 5

6.3. Holiday-in-lieu ................................................................................................. 5

6.4. Sick Leave....................................................................................................... 5

6.5. Bereavement Leave ........................................................................................ 5 Term................................................................................................................ 5 Yreka City Council Agenda
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Preamble
This Resolution covers employees in the classification of Dispatcher.

Wages
The salary schedule consists of five (5) steps, with five percent (5.0%) between steps (A) through (E). The salary schedule is attached as Appendix “A” Salary Schedule, as amended.

Effective April 27, 2025, all classifications will receive a twenty-three percent (23.0%) salary increase.

Effective July 5, 2026, all classifications will receive a three percent (3.0%) salary increase.

Effective July 4, 2027, all classifications will receive a three percent (3.0%) salary increase.

Effective July 2, 2028, all classifications will receive a three percent (3.0%) salary increase.

Salary Surveys include only the following comparable agencies: Siskiyou County, City of Mt. Shasta, City of Weed, City of Corning, City of Anderson, City of Red Bluff and will use only the following compensation data: Top Step Base Salary; Maximum Longevity Pay; Education Pay; POST Pay, Health Benefits (employer’s maximum contribution towards family medical); Deferred Compensation, employer Social Security contribution, and employee pickup of employer pension costs using the PEPRA retirement tier. The median of the market will be identified in the survey. *Benefits that have been sunset and no longer available for new employees will not be included.

Overtime Provisions
Employees required to work in excess of forty (40) hours in a seven (7) day work period receive overtime at time and a half (1.5) their regular rate of pay. Only actual hours worked count towards the calculation of overtime.

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An employee who is called back to work will receive either a minimum of three (3) hours at their overtime rate, or if the hours are contiguous to their normal work shift the actual hours worked at the applicable rate of pay.

An employee who is assigned to be on standby will receive fifty dollars ($50.00) per standby shift. While on standby employees will remain within fifteen minutes of their residence or at a location approved by the Chief or designee and able to respond to duty within fifteen (15) minutes of being called to work.

Premium Pays
Employees receive longevity pay as follows:

Upon completion of ten (10) consecutive years of service with the City, employees receive two and a half percent (2.5%) of their base hourly rate of pay.

Upon completion of twelve (12) consecutive years of service with the City, employees receive an additional two and a half percent (2.5%) of their base hourly rate of pay.

Upon completion of fifteen (15) consecutive years of service with the City, employees receive an additional two and a half percent (2.5%) of their base hourly rate of pay.

Upon completion of seventeen (17) consecutive years of service with the City, employees receive an additional two and a half percent (2.5%) of their base hourly rate of pay.

Employees who possess a Dispatcher Intermediate POST Certificate receive POST Certificate pay in the amount of two and a half percent (2.5%) of their base hourly rate of pay.

Employees who possess a Dispatcher Advanced POST Certificate receive POST Certificate pay in the amount of two and a half percent (2.5%) of their base hourly rate of pay.

POST pay is effective the pay period following submission to Human Resources.

Employees who are routinely and consistently assigned to train employees receive training premium in the amount of five percent (5.0%) of their base hourly rate of pay when assigned a trainee.

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Employees who are routinely and consistently required to read, write, and speak a language other than English and who are able to do so fluently will receive bilingual premium in the amount of five percent (5.0%) of their base hourly rate of pay. The method of certifying proficiency and the determination of which languages are eligible for bilingual pay is determined by the City.

Insurances
The City contracts for employee, dependents, retirees, and dependents medical insurance benefit plans through the CalPERS Public Employees Medical and Hospital Care Program. Employee deductions are “pre-tax.”
Tier Medical Benefit Cafeteria Plan Benefit Total Benefit Employee only Note 1 Note 2 Note 3
Employee plus one Note 1 Note 2 Note 3
Employee plus family Note 1 Note 2 Note 3
The City contributes up to the following amounts towards employee medical insurance coverage and cafeteria plan benefits:

Note 1: The Medical Benefit is equal to the minimum established annually by CalPERS.

Note 2: Cafeteria Plan Benefit is equal to the difference between the Medical Benefit and the Total Benefit.

Note 3: The total benefit is equal to 85% of the Region 1 CalPERS Gold health plan plus 100% of the dental premium.

The City provides California Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and dependents.

The City retains the right to self-insure at the same benefit level.

The City provides life insurance equal to the amount of the employee’s annual gross base salary and dependent coverage of one thousand dollars ($1,000) per spouse and child.

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Retirement
The City contracts with California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) for retirement benefits.

Employees hired after June 30, 1974, who are not classified as new members receive the 2% at 55 miscellaneous CalPERS formula (1084) with the three (3) year final average compensation period. These employees pay the required seven percent (7%) member contribution, on a pre-tax basis.

Employees hired after December 31, 2012, who are classified as new members receive the 2% at 62 miscellaneous CalPERS formula (26550) with the three (3) year final average compensation period. These employees pay half of the total normal cost as determined annually by CalPERS on a pre-tax basis.

Miscellaneous retirement formulas have the following optional CalPERS retirement benefits:
• Military Service Credit
• Sick Leave Service Credit
• 2% Retirement COLA
The City matches dollar for dollar that the employee places into their deferred compensation account to a maximum of $2,000 per year. The City’s contribution is deposited into the employee’s 457 plan.

Leaves
Employees accrue vacation as follows:

Months of Employment Accrual Per Pay Period
0 – 60 4.62
61 – 180 6.15
181+ 7.69
Employees may accrue vacation to a maximum of 240 hours.

Prior Public Service: Dispatchers with full-time public sector employment with the State of California or a California county or city will receive a vacation accrual rate based on their cumulative prior years of public service. Employees must submit their previous employment to the Human Resources Director for verification, the increased accrual will take effect on the first full pay period following verification by the Human Resources Director.

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The City Recognizes the following holidays:

Holiday Date Holiday Name Observed
July 4th Independence Day
First Monday in September Labor Day
November 11th Veteran’s Day
Last Thursday in November Thanksgiving Day
Friday Following Thanksgiving Day After Thanksgiving Day December 24th Christmas Eve
December 25th Christmas Day
January 1st New Year’s Day
Third Monday in January Martin Luther King Day
Third Monday in February President’s Day
Last Monday in May Memorial Day
Dispatchers are in positions that are scheduled to work without regard for the holidays listed above. These employees will receive holiday-in-lieu in the amount seven percent (7.0%) of their base hourly rate of pay in lieu of receiving any other form of holiday compensation.

Employees accrue 3.69 hours of sick leave per pay period.

Employees who the City has employed for at least thirty (30) days are entitled to five (5) days of bereavement leave in the event of the death of a “family member.” The City provides paid leave for the first twenty-four (24) hours; the employee may use sick leave or vacation for any additional bereavement leave. Employees who utilize bereavement leave must notify their supervisor of their intent to use it. Bereavement leave must be taken within three (3) months following the date of death of the family member. The City may request an employee seeking bereavement leave to provide documentation to support the leave. “Family member” is defined as the employee’s spouse, child, parent, parent-in-law, sibling, brother/sister-in-law, grandchild, and grandparent.

Term
This Resolution is effective April 27, 2025.

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CITY OF YREKA

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
To: Yreka City Council
From: Jason Ledbetter, City Manager
Prepared by: John Elsnab, Human Resources Director
Agenda title: Discussion/Possible Action – Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving the Compensation Resolutions for Unrepresented Fire Employees and Authorizing the City Manager to Recruit Six Fire Positions.

Meeting date: April 15, 2025
Background
The Yreka Fire Department is an essential service provider dedicated to safeguarding the residents, businesses, and visitors of Yreka. Currently, the department relies heavily on volunteer firefighters who respond to a variety of incidents including wildfires, structure fires, medical emergencies, traffic collisions, and mutual aid incidents in the greater community. The commitment required to attend special training and respond to calls for service on a 24-hour basis has increased the demand to transition towards full-time professional positions to ensure adequate staffing to respond to calls for service.

Summary
In November of 2024, the community voted to adopt Measure V, which provides funding for the City of Yreka to hire full-time fire staff for the community. City staff have put a plan together to recruit up to six full-time fire positions starting in July of 2025. The six positions will be a combination of job classifications that have been developed to staff the department accordingly in order to perform fire operations and emergency medical services for the community. The three classifications developed include the positions of firefighter, fire engineer, and fire captain.

In order to start the recruitment process for paid staffing, City staff is requesting approval of the compensation and benefits resolution along with the adoption of three job classifications that were developed for the Yreka Fire Department. The compensation and benefits in the resolution have been specifically designed for the fire department, although a majority of the benefits mirror the same level of benefits provided to other unrepresented employee groups as outlined below.

Benchmark
Classifications
The top step for the Fire Captain is benchmarked at twenty-five percent (25.0%) above the top step of the Firefighter.

The top step for the Fire Engineer is benchmarked at ten and a quarter percent (10.25%) above the top step of the Firefighter.

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Medical Premium The total benefit is equal to 85% of the Region 1 CalPERS Gold health plan.

Vacation Leave Vacation leave is provided on an accrual basis to provide adequate vacation leave for a 48/96 schedule.

Deferred
Compensation Match
The City matches dollar for dollar what the employee places into their deferred compensation account to a maximum of $2,000 per year

Fiscal Impact:

The total compensation package for six full-time paid fire staff is estimated at $1,108,100.00 for the fiscal year 2025/2026.

Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving the Compensation Resolution for Unrepresented Fire Employees and Authorizing the City Manager to Recruit Six Fire Positions.

Approved by: __________________________________
Jason Ledbetter, City Manager
Attachments:
• Compensation Resolution
• Fire Classifications
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APRIL 2025
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

FIREFIGHTER

DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine and complex firefighting techniques including, fire suppression, patient rescue, vehicle extrication, structure overhaul, and wildland fire activities; performs emergency medical calls for service to the community including lift assist, vehicle extrication, life-saving medical techniques, and providing basic care to members of the public. This position is responsible for assisting with fire prevention initiatives in the community, performing station maintenance, maintaining fire and EMS equipment, and leading the volunteer firefighters or fire reserves during calls for service.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Fire Captain, or an assigned Fire Department Officer. This position exercises no direct supervision over staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey-level class that performs all of the duties and assignments found in a municipal fire department. Incumbents are expected to be able to work independently and in a team environment to safely and effectively respond to calls for service from the community. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating policies and procedures of the fire department. This class is distinguished from the Fire Engineer in that the latter is primarily responsible for operating fire apparatus and leading firefighters during calls for service in absence of a fire captain or the fire chief.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
 Performs direct and indirect firefighting suppression techniques during structural, wildland, and urban interface fire operations.
 Assist with structure protection by utilizing hose lays, removing combustible debris, and creating defensible space to preserve property.
 Responds to traffic collisionsto secure the scene, perform vehicle and patient extrication, and provide emergency care.
 Responds to calls for service including gas leaks, hazardous material spills, and fire alarms.  Provides emergency response to over-the-bank rescue operations and responds to water emergencies including lakes and rivers.

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 Participates in specialized rescue operations including aerial and underground situations involving the use of rigging and shoring; operates specialized hand and power tools and equipment to rescue traffic accident victims.
 Performs overhaul and mop-up duties to fully extinguish and remove burning material from active fires.
 Performs direct and indirect venting techniques to assist with fire extinguishment.  Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service to provide care related to lift assistance, respiratory assistance, chest pain, strokes, trauma and other medical emergencies.  Constructs fire hand line during wildland fire operations.  Utilizes auxiliary pumps to assist with wildland fire fighting operations, hose lays, and creating water sources.
 Participates in various support assignments including the maintenance of inventory records, calls for service records, scheduling inspections for department equipment, hydrant inspections, and flow testing.
 Cleans, inventories, and makes minor repairs to ensure the operational readiness of vehicles, apparatus, hoses, and emergency equipment is in good condition.  Participates in the cleaning, repair, and upkeep of department buildings, grounds, and facilities.  Assists in the inspection of commercial business occupancies; assists in performing follow-up procedures to ensure compliance with Fire Codes, and local codes or ordinances.  Participates in the development and implementation of the department’s public education and community outreach programs and activities including fundraising events.  Responds to mutual aid emergency incidents in local, state, and federal response areas.  Participates in routine and required training.
 Performs the duties of a Fire Engineer when required.  Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
 Modern fire prevention and suppression principles, methods, and equipment.  Fire department operations such as firefighting principles, patient rescue, providing emergency medical care, radio communications, Incident Command System (ICS), fire protection equipment, fire behavior, and hazardous materials.
 Fire nozzles, hose connectors, reducers, and types of fire hose.  Firefighting hand tools including halligan, pulaski, mcleod, and other fire line cutting tools.  Use and maintenance of firefighting equipment and apparatus.  Emergency medical procedures and techniques.
 Local geographical response factors.
 Basic mathematics, chemistry, and knowledge of fire behavior and hazardous materials.  Safety practices and procedures.
 Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports and correspondence.  Applicable state, federal, and local laws, rules, ordinances and standards related to the fire department.
 Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management practices.  Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment including mobile technology and electronic devices.

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 English usage including grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.  Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, and City staff.
 Standards as defined by the State of California Firefighter I, and Firefighter 2 curriculum.

Ability to:
 Perform fire suppression duties for structural and wildland fires.  React quickly and calmly to fight fires and perform emergency medical techniques and procedures.  Operate chainsaws and manual fighting hand tools.
 Operate auxiliary pumps and set up portable drafting tanks.  Interact effectively with the public and employees.
 Operate, maintain, inspect, and repair vehicles, apparatus, equipment, and communication systems.  Clean and maintain fire station and grounds.
 Identify lookouts, communication, escape routes, and safety zones.  Assist with fire inspections.
 Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing by using correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
 Prepare, maintain, and update accurate and detailed documentation of inspection findings and other written materials, records, logs, and reports.
 Effectively represent the City in meetings with other agencies, community groups, property owners, and the public.
 Follow all safety expectations, policies, and procedures.  Organize work, establish priorities, and meet established deadlines.  Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.  Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with City departments and outside agencies.

Education and Experience:

Required Licenses and Certifications:
 Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Class C California Driver’s License.  Ability to obtain and maintain a firefighter endorsement for operating commercial fire apparatus within six (6) months of appointment.
 Completion of a State Certified Firefighter 1 Academy.  Completion of a valid Title 22 California Public Safety First Aid (PSFA) training course.

Preferred Qualifications
 Equivalent to the completion of an AS or AA degree in fire science, emergency technology, or a related field.
 Possession of a firefighter endorsement for operating commercial fire apparatus.  Completion of a State Certified Firefighter 2 Accredited Academy.

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to work in structural and wildland firefighting protective equipment including an SCBA and turnouts. Incumbents must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally weighing more than 100 pounds, with the assistance of other staff or the use of proper equipment and techniques. Must be able to remain on a physically demanding emergency incident for multiple hours or days at a time. Must complete and pass an annual firefighter physical and health screening to ensure the incumbent can safely perform their job given the strenuous physicality of the position.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Incumbents work indoors and outdoors depending on the duties assigned and the calls for service requested. Incumbents are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, moving vehicles, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. This may include occasional exposure to wet, humid, hot, and inclement weather conditions combined with working extremely long shifts during an emergency incident. Incumbents may work near moving mechanical parts, under hazardous life-threatening conditions, such as, but not limited to, heights, confined spaces, temperature extremes, crowds, loud noises, limited visibility, high-speed roads in the presence of hazardous materials, and in the presence of critically injured victims or patients.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Must be able to work long hours and shifts as necessary while remaining awake for extended periods of time (including 24-hour periods). This position may involve strenuous physical activity when responding to calls for service with the potential to work in extreme heat and cold temperatures. The nature of the position involves being a first responder to emergency incidents including structure fires, wildland fires, urban interface fires, responding to traffic collisions, and providing emergency medical care.

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APRIL 2025
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

FIRE ENGINEER

DEFINITION
Under direction, performs a variety of routine and complex firefighting and emergency medical services including driving fire apparatuses, establishing water supplies from municipal and rural water sources, operating pumps and auxiliary equipment, and operating aerial devices including ladder trucks. Fire Engineers assist with duties associated with fire suppression, patient rescue, vehicle extrication, structure overhaul, and wildland fire activities, as well as respond to and assisting with emergency medical calls for service. This position is primarily reasonable for ensuring the safe operation of department apparatus and assisting firefighters during fire and emergency medical operations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Fire Captain. This position directs firefighters, fire reserves, fire volunteers, and others as assigned in the absence of a Fire Captain.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey-level class that performs all of the duties and assignments found in a municipal fire department. Incumbents are expected to be able to work independently and in a team environment to safely and effectively respond to calls for service from the community. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating policies and procedures of the fire department. This class is distinguished from the Fire Captain in that the latter is primarily responsible for supervising fire personnel and daily operations of fire and emergency medical incidents.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
 Responsible for operating fire department apparatuses while responding to calls for service.  Serves as the primary operator of the apparatus when performing mobile attack, pumping operations, and drafting from water sources.
 Deploys and assists with hose lays for urban interface and wildland fires.  Regularly performs apparatus and equipment checks including pre-trip inspection, post-incident inspections, along with daily and scheduled inspections.  Responsible for ensuring fire apparatus has the correct inventory of tools and equipment to respond to calls for service.
 Ensures auxiliary pumps are correctly set up for use.  Operates various fire engines, ladder trucks, water tenders, and wildland firefighter apparatus.

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 Performs direct and indirect firefighting suppression techniques during structural, wildland, and urban interface fire operations.
 Assist with structure protection by utilizing hose lays, removing combustible debris, and creating defensible space to preserve property.
 Responds to traffic collisionsto secure the scene, perform vehicle and patient extrication, and provide emergency care.
 Responds to calls for service including gas leaks, hazardous material spills, and fire alarms.  Provides emergency response to over-the-bank rescue operations and responds to water emergencies including lakes and rivers.
 Participates in specialized rescue operations including aerial and underground situations involving the use of rigging and shoring; operates specialized hand and power tools and equipment to rescue traffic accident victims.
 Performs overhaul and mop-up duties to fully extinguish and remove burning material from fires.  Performs direct and indirect venting techniques to assist with fire extinguishment.  Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service to provide care related to lift assistance, respiratory assistance, chest pain, strokes, trauma, and other medical emergencies.  Constructs fire hand line during wildland fire operations.  Utilizes auxiliary pumps to assist with wildland fire fighting operations, hose lays, and creating water sources.
 Participates in various support assignments including the maintenance of inventory records, calls for service records, scheduling inspections for department equipment, hydrant inspections, and flow testing.
 Cleans, inventories, and makes minor repairs to ensure the operational readiness of vehicles, apparatus, hoses, and emergency equipment is in good condition.  Responsible for performing hose inspection and pressure testing of hose.  Assist with training firefighters, reserves, and volunteers with operating department apparatus and equipment.
 Participates in the cleaning, repair, and upkeep of department buildings, grounds, and facilities.  Assists in the inspection of commercial business occupancies; assists in performing follow-up procedures to ensure compliance with Fire Codes, and local codes or ordinances.  Participates in the development and implementation of the department’s public education and community outreach programs and activities including fundraising events.  Responds to mutual aid emergency incidents in local, state, and federal response areas.  Participates in routine and required training.
 Performs the responsibilities of a Fire Captain when required.  Performs other duties as assigned.

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 Vehicle code regulations, department policies, procedures, and standards relating to vehicles, apparatus, and equipment.
 Local area geography, including streets, hydrants, terrain, high life-hazard occupancies, and target hazards.
 Fire nozzles, hose connectors, adapters, and types of fire hose.  Firefighting hand tools including halligan, pulaski, mcleod, and other fire line cutting tools.  Use and maintenance of firefighting equipment and apparatus.  Emergency medical procedures and techniques.
 Basic mathematics, chemistry, and knowledge of fire behavior and hazardous materials.  Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports and correspondence.  Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management practices.  Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment including mobile technology and electronic devices.
 Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, and City staff.
 Applicable state, federal, and local laws, rules, ordinances and standards related to the fire department.
 Safety practices and procedures.
 English usage including grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.

Ability to:
 Safely operate assigned vehicles, apparatus, and equipment in an efficient and effective manner.  Effectively assess the scene of an incident, respond quickly and effectively, and make necessary adjustments as incidents progress.
 Operate, maintain, inspect, and make minor repair to vehicles, apparatus, equipment, and communication systems.
 Communicate effectively with Fire Captain and Firefighters.  Perform fire suppression duties for structural , urban interface, and wildland fires.  React quickly and calmly to fight fires and perform emergency medical techniques and procedures.  Communicate with dispatch and mutual aid resources.
 Operate chainsaws and manual fighting hand tools.
 Operate auxiliary pumps and set up portable drafting tanks.  Maintain accurate, up-to-date logs and records on vehicle, apparatus, and equipment maintenance  Clean and maintain fire station and grounds.
 Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing by using correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
 Prepare, maintain, and update accurate and detailed documentation of inspection findings and other written materials, records, logs, and reports.
 Effectively represent the City in meetings with other agencies, community groups, property owners, and the public.
 Follow all safety expectations, policies, and procedures.  Organize work, establish priorities, and meet established deadlines.  Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.  Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with City departments and outside agencies.

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Education and Experience:

Required Licenses and Certifications:
 Possession of, or ability to obtain, within six (6) months from appointment, a valid Class B California Commercial Driver’s License with air brake and tanker endorsement.  Completion of a State Certified Firefighter I and Firefighter II Academy.  Completion of a State Certified Driver/Operator 1A and 1B Certificate.  Possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate certified by the National Registry.

Preferred Qualifications
 Equivalent to the completion of an AS or AA degree in fire science, emergency technology, or a related field.
 Completion of California State Board of Fire Services Fire Officer Series.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Incumbents must have the ability to drive vehicles, operate a computer, read small print on documents and maps, and communicate over the telephone, radio and in person. Incumbents must be physically fit to carry fire equipment as needed, walk over rough terrain, walk on steep terrain, load and unload vehicles, and work outdoors for long periods of time in all types of weather conditions.

Incumbents must also meet the same requirements as a firefighter classification including the ability to work in structural and wildland firefighting protective equipment including an SCBA and turnouts.

Incumbents must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally weighing more than 100 pounds, with the assistance of other staff or the use of proper equipment and techniques. Must complete and pass an annual firefighter physical and health screening to ensure the person can safely perform their job given the strenuous physicality of the position.

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APRIL 2025
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

FIRE CAPTAIN

DEFINITION
Under general direction, the Fire Captain supervises firefighting companies in the suppression of fires, providing emergency medical services to the community, and participates in fire prevention and public education activities. This position oversees daily operations of the fire station including managing equipment inventories, ensuring apparatus are cleared for service, providing training to personnel, and related work as required. This position also coordinates the scheduling of personnel, station maintenance activities, and assists with the administration of City policies for the fire department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Fire Chief. This position exercises direct supervision over assigned staff including fire engineers, firefighters, fire reserves, fire volunteers, and other staff as assigned by the Fire Chief.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a supervisory-level classification in the professional fire suppression series. The Fire Captain position is responsible for administrating the daily operational and administrative needs of the department. Incumbents are expected to be able to work independently and in a team environment to safely and effectively respond to calls for service for the community. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating policies and procedures of the fire department. This class is distinguished from the Fire Chief in that the latter has overall management responsibility for the Fire Department’s programs, and activities for developing, implementing, and interpreting public policy.

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
 Responds to fire and emergency medical calls for service; directs fire personnel to the scene, and reports conditions at the scene of the incident.
 Designates the driving route to emergencies and orders the placement of equipment in the proper position for efficient operation at the scene.
 Oversees the return of equipment and servicing of equipment after a call for service is complete.  Directs fire personnel during structure protection and protecting property.  Ensures that assigned shift personnel, facilities, equipment, and systems, including hydrants, are fully prepared for all types of emergency responses.
 Conducts safety inspections; investigates accidents and complaints to ensure adherence to department policies, procedures, and performance standards.

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 Documents clear and concise reports while maintaining accurate records and logs.  Schedules assigned training for fire department personnel.  Conducts fire prevention inspections to reduce fire hazards through enforcement of fire codes, and provides fire safety education.
 Organizes, supervises, and reviews the work of assigned staff; trains staff in work procedures and safety requirements; assists in recruitment, selection, and promotion processes; evaluates employees’ performance; counsels employees; and recommends and implements disciplinary actions.  Operates various fire engines, ladder trucks, water tenders, and wildland firefighter apparatus.  Performs direct and indirect firefighting suppression techniques during structural, wildland, and urban interface fire operations.
 Directs fire personnel during structure protection to utilize hose lays, remove combustible debris, and create defensible space to preserve property.
 Responds to traffic collisions to secure the scene; performs vehicle and patient extrication, and provides emergency care.
 Responds to calls for service, including gas leaks, hazardous material spills, and fire alarms.  Provides emergency response to over-the-bank rescue operations and responds to water emergencies including lakes and rivers.
 Participates in specialized rescue operations including aerial and underground situations involving the use of rigging and shoring; operates specialized hand and power tools and equipment to rescue traffic accident patients.
 Performs overhaul and mop-up duties to fully extinguish and remove burning material from fires.  Performs direct and indirect venting techniques to assist with fire extinguishment.  Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service to provide care related to lift assistance, respiratory assistance, chest pain, strokes, trauma, and other medical emergencies.  Constructs fire hand line during wildland fire operations.  Utilizes auxiliary pumps to assist with wildland fire fighting operations including hose lays, and creating water sources.
 Participates in various support assignments including the maintenance of inventory records, calls for service records, scheduled inspections of department equipment, hydrant inspections, and flow testing.
 Cleans, inventories, and makes minor repairs to ensure the operational readiness of vehicles, apparatus, hoses, and emergency equipment.
 Assist with training fire personnel including, reserves, and volunteers to operate apparatus and equipment.
 Directs the cleaning, repair, and upkeep of department buildings, grounds, and facilities.  Assists in the inspection of commercial business occupancies; assists in performing follow-up procedures to ensure compliance with Fire Codes, and local codes or ordinances.  Responds to mutual aid emergency incidents in local, state, and federal response areas.  Responsible for performing the duties of a Fire engineer during staffing shortages.  Communicates and enforces department policies, procedures, and safety standards.  Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
 Modern fire prevention and suppression principles methods and equipment.

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 Department administrative and operations policies, procedures, and performance standards.  Duties and responsibilities of Firefighter and Fire Engineer classifications.  Budget preparation and administration in support of the department's goals and objectives.  Principles, practices, and techniques of firefighting and emergency operations, including structural and wildland firefighting, hazardous materials response, emergency medical services, and arson characteristics.
 Mutual aid response and the Incident Command System (ICS).  Knowledge and application of related ordinances, laws, rules and regulations, national codes and standards.
 Department fire apparatus and equipment design, operation, maintenance, and safety factors.  Vehicle code regulations, department policies, procedures, and standards relating to vehicles, apparatus, and equipment.
 Local area geography, including streets, hydrants, terrain, high life-hazard occupancies, and target hazards.
 Fire nozzles, hose connectors, adapters, and types of fire hose.  Firefighting hand tools including halligan, pulaski, mcleod, and other fire line cutting tools.  Use and maintenance of firefighting equipment and apparatus.  Emergency medical procedures and techniques.
 Basic mathematics, chemistry, and physics of fire behavior and hazardous materials.  Computerized systems for maintaining data and preparing reports and correspondence.  Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods, and records management practices.  Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment including mobile technology and electronic devices.
 Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively engaging with the public, and City staff.
 Applicable state, federal, and local laws, rules, ordinances, and standards related to the fire department.
 English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.

Ability to:
 Direct and manage the activities and capabilities of fire personnel.  Recognize and assist with the protection and preservation of evidence for investigation of cause and origin.
 Make sound decisions and facilitate implementation in accordance with laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, departmental policies, and procedures.
 Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively interact with members of the public as well as members of City staff in both emergency and non-emergency situations.  Exhibit well-developed communication skills, including verbal commands, presentation skills, and the ability to facilitate training sessions, meetings, and projects effectively.  Exhibit organization skills with the ability to multi-task.  Safely operate assigned vehicles, apparatus, and equipment in an efficient and effective manner.  Effectively assess the scene of an incident, respond quickly and effectively, and make necessary adjustments as incidents progress.
 Operate, maintain, inspect, and make minor repairs to vehicles, apparatus, equipment, and communication systems.
 Perform fire suppression duties for structural, urban interface, and wildland fires.

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 React quickly and calmly to extinguish fires and perform emergency medical techniques and procedures.
 Communicate with dispatch and mutual aid resources.
 Operate chainsaws and firefighting hand tools.
 Operate auxiliary pumps and portable drafting tanks.
 Maintain accurate, up-to-date logs and records on vehicle, apparatus, and equipment maintenance.  Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing by using correct English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
 Prepare, maintain, and update accurate and detailed documentation of inspection findings and other written materials, records, logs, and reports.
 Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with City departments and outside agencies.
 Organize work, establish priorities, and meet established deadlines.  Follow all safety expectations, policies, and procedures.  Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be Equivalent to the completion of an AS or AA degree in fire science, emergency technology, business administration, or a related field, as well as five (5) years of work experience with an increased level of responsibility in the fire service.

Required Licenses and Certifications:
 Possession of, or ability to obtain within six (6) months from appointment, a valid Class B California Commercial Driver’s License with air brake and tanker endorsement.  Possession of a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate certified by the National Registry.
 Completion of a State Certified Firefighter I and Firefighter II Accredited Academy.

Preferred Qualifications
 Equivalent to the completion of a BS or BA degree in fire administration, or a related field.  Completion of California State Board of Fire Services Fire Officer Series.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Incumbents must have the ability to act quickly and decisively during emergency incidents, operate vehicles and apparatus, operate a computer, read small print on documents and maps, and communicate over the telephone, radio, and in person. Incumbents must be physically fit to carry fire equipment as needed, walk over rough terrain, walk on steep terrain, load and unload vehicles, and work outdoors for long periods of time in all types of weather conditions.

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and occasionally weighing more than 100 pounds, with the assistance of other staff or the use of proper equipment and techniques. Incumbents must complete and pass an annual firefighter physical and health screening to ensure the person can safely perform their job given the strenuous physicality of the position.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-14

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YREKA

APPROVING THE COMPENSATION RESOLUTION FOR

UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY

MANAGER TO RECRUIT SIX FIRE POSITIONS
WHEREAS, this Resolution sets forth the salary and benefit compensation for unrepresented fire classifications as described heriein; and WHEREAS, the Council adopts the job classifications for a Firefighter, Fire Engineer, and Fire Captain as described heriein; and
WHEREAS, the Council directs the City Manager to recruit and hire six full-time fire positions to staff the needs of the Yreka Fire Department; and WHEREAS, this Council finds that the provisions and agreements contained in the Compensation Resolution are fair and proper and in the best interests of the City.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YREKA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The Council hereby finds and determines that the foregoing recitals are true and correct.

Section 2. The Compensation Resolution is hereby approved, and the City Manager or designee is hereby authorized and directed to execute said document, with such changes, insertions and omissions as may be approved by the City Manager.

Section 5. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage.

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Passed and adopted this 15th day of April 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NAYS:

ABSENT:
__________________
Corey Middleton
Mayor
Attest:

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City of Yreka
Compensation Resolution for
Fire Employees
Effective April 15, 2025
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Table of Contents
Application....................................................................................................... 1 Wages............................................................................................................. 1

2.1. Salary Schedule.............................................................................................. 1

2.2. Step Advancement.......................................................................................... 1

2.3. Salary Survey.................................................................................................. 1

2.4. Benchmark Classifications .............................................................................. 1

2.5. Overtime.......................................................................................................... 1 Insurances....................................................................................................... 2

3.1. Medical and Dental Insurance:........................................................................ 2

3.2. Vision Insurance:............................................................................................. 2

3.3. Life Insurance.................................................................................................. 2 Retirement....................................................................................................... 2

4.1. CalPERS Retirement ...................................................................................... 2

4.2. Safety CalPERS Retirement ........................................................................... 2 Deferred Compensation .................................................................................. 3 Leaves ............................................................................................................ 3

6.1. Vacation Leave ............................................................................................... 3

6.2. Holidays .......................................................................................................... 3

6.3. Holiday-in-lieu ................................................................................................. 4

6.4. Sick Leave....................................................................................................... 4

6.5. Bereavement Leave ........................................................................................ 4 Effective Date.................................................................................................. 4 Yreka City Council Agenda
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Application
This resolution applies to full-time unrepresented employees in the classifications listed in Appendix “A” Application, as amended.

Wages
The salary schedule consists of five (5) steps, with five percent (5.0%) between steps (1) through (5). The Salary Schedule is attached as Appendix “B” Salary Schedule.

Employees automatically receive step advancements until they reach the top step of their salary schedule unless they receive a performance evaluation prior to their anniversary date where the overall rating is equivalent to “does not meet expectations” or “needs improvement.” Anniversary date is defined as the employee’s date of hire or last date of promotion, whichever is later.

Salary Surveys include only the following comparable agencies: City of Mt. Shasta, City of Susanville, City of Red Bluff, City of Chico, and will use only the following compensation data: Top Step Base Salary; Maximum Longevity Pay; Education Pay, Health Benefits (employer’s maximum contribution towards family medical); Deferred Compensation, employer Social Security contribution, and employee pickup of employer pension costs using the PEPRA retirement tier. The median of the market will be identified in the survey. *Benefits that have been sunset and no longer available for new employees will not be included. Only the benchmark classification of Firefighter will be surveyed.

The top step for the Fire Captain is benchmarked at twenty-five percent (25.0%) above the top step of the Firefighter.

The top step for the Fire Engineer is benchmarked at ten percent (10.25%) above the top step of the Firefighter.

Fire protection employees who are required to work in excess of two hundred and twelve (212) hours in a twenty-eight (28) day work period receive overtime at time and a half (1.5) their regular rate of pay. Only actual hours worked count toward the calculation of overtime. Fire protection employees are subject to an FLSA work period that is twentyeight (28) days in length, pursuant to 29 U.S.C. section 207(k).

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Note 1: The Medical Benefit is equal to the minimum established annually by CalPERS.

Note 2: Cafeteria Plan Benefit is equal to the difference between the Medical Benefit and the Total Benefit.

Note 3: The total benefit is equal to 85% of the Region 1 CalPERS Gold health plan plus 100% of the dental premium.

The City provides vision plan through the California Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents.

The City provides life insurance equal to the amount of the employees annual gross base salary and dependent coverage of one thousand dollars ($1,000) per spouse and child.

Retirement
The City contracts with California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) for retirement benefits.

Employees hired after June 30, 1974, who are not classified as new member members receive the 2% at 50 safety CalPERS formula (1085) with the three (3) year final average compensation period. These employees pay the required nine percent (9%) member contribution, on a pre-tax basis.

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Employees hired after December 31, 2012, who are classified as new members receive the 2.7% at 57 safety CalPERS formula (25443) with the three (3) year final average compensation period. These employees pay half of the total normal cost as determined annually by CalPERS on a pre-tax basis.

Safety retirement formulas have the following optional CalPERS retirement benefits:

Military Service Credit
Sick Leave Service Credit
2% Retirement COLA
Deferred Compensation
The City matches dollar for dollar that the employee places into their deferred compensation account to a maximum of $2,000 per year. The City’s contribution is deposited into the employee’s 457 plan.

Leaves
Full-time employees accrue vacation as follows:

Months of Employment Accrual Per Bi-Weekly Pay Period
0 – 60 3.69
61 – 120 5.54
121 – 180 7.38
181+ 9.23
Employees may accrue vacation to a maximum of 240 hours.

Prior Public Service: Employees with full-time public sector fire employment with the State of California or a California county or city will receive a vacation accrual rate based on their cumulative prior years of public service. Employees must submit their previous employment to the Human Resources Director for verification, the increased accrual will take effect on the first full pay period following verification by the Human Resources Director.

The City Recognizes the following holidays:
• New Year’s Day
• Martin Luther King Day
• President’s Day
• Cesar Chavez Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
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• Labor Day
• Veteran’s Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Day after Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day
Employees are in positions that are scheduled to work without regard for the holidays listed above. These employees will receive holiday-in-lieu in the amount of seven percent (7.0%) of their base hourly rate of pay in lieu of receiving any other form of holiday compensation.

Employees accrue three and nine point eight-one (9.81) hours of paid sick leave per pay period.

Effective Date
This Resolution is effective April 15, 2025, and remains in effect until amended or superseded by the City Council.

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Appendix “A” Application
Fire Captain
Fire Engineer
Firefighter
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Appendix B – Salary Schedule
City of Yreka
Yreka Fire Department Resolution
Effective 4/15/2025
FIRE DEPARTMENT SALARY SCHEDULE - HOURLY (4/15/2025)

JOB TITLE RANGE STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
FIREFIGHTER 1510 20.63 $ $ 21.67 $ 22.75 $ 23.89 $ 25.08 FIRE ENGINEER 1515 22.75 $ $ 23.89 $ 25.08 $ 26.33 $ 27.65 FIRE CAPTAIN 1520 25.79 $ $ 27.08 $ 28.44 $ 29.86 $ 31.35 FIRE DEPARTMENT SALARY SCHEDULE (4/15/2025)

JOB TITLE RANGE STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
FIREFIGHTER 1510 60,084.40 63,088.62 66,243.05 69,555.20 73,032.96 FIRE ENGINEER 1515 66,243.05 69,555.20 73,032.96 76,684.61 80,518.84 FIRE CAPTAIN 1520 75,105.50 78,860.77 82,803.81 86,944.00 91,291.20 *** ANNUAL SALARY BASED ON A 2912 WORK YEAR***
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