Agenda, regular meeting — Yreka City Council, August 4, 2026

Colleen Baker, Mayor
James Clair, Mayor Pro Tempore
Corey Middleton, Councilmember
Drake Davis, Councilmember
Paul McCoy, Councilmember
William Ibershof, 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
Patrick Dirksen, Interim Police Chief
Jerry Lemos, Fire Chief
Julia Homaechevarria, City Attorney

YREKA CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
August 4, 2026
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. 6:30PM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SESSION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

2. ROLL CALL:

3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:

4. PRESENTATIONS:
 Siskiyou Community Food Bank – Laura Leach
 Health and Human Services – Trish Barberi, Jamie Kimball & Corey Watson  Update from Yreka Police Department – Interim Chief of Police 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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5. 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. • Please speak into the microphone from the podium. The podium electronically adjusts up and down to accommodate speaker.
• Please address the Council as a whole.
• Please state your name for the record prior to providing your comments. • 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
The public comment period is not intended to be a “Question and Answer” period or conversations with the Council or City staff.

6. 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 July 12, 2026, through July 25, 2026. b. Treasurer’s Report for April 2026.
c. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held July 21, 2026. d. Motion to Approve the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Agreement between the City of Yreka and the County of Siskiyou.
e. Approval of Resolution 2026-26 Adopting an Updated Comprehensive Pay Schedule for all Full-Time Employees, Part-Time Employees, and Elected Officials in Accordance with CalPERS Guidelines. f. Motion to Adopt the Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Yreka Recognizing September 17th as Constitution Day.

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

7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: (NONE)
Public Hearing Protocol:
i. Mayor will describe the purpose of the Public Hearing. ii. City Staff will provide the Staff Report.

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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.

8. CITY BUSINESS:

Finance Director
a.Agenda Title: Financial Quarterly Report
Recommended City Council Action: Informational Item Only. No Action.

Planning Manager
b. Agenda Title: 2026-38 Jones Conditional Use Permit for the Construction of a Metal Shed in the Historic District.

Recommended City Council Action: Motion to Approve Resolution 2026-27 of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving Conditional Use Permit 2026-38 for the Construction of an Accessory Storage Structure within the R-1 (Single Family Residential) Zone and the Historic Downtown District, and Adoption of a Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of a Small Structures) Categorical Exemption Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) at 403 Third Street, Assessor’s Parcel number 053-202-060.

Fire Chief
c. Agenda Title: Discussion/Possible Action on Approving a Length of Service Award for Yreka Fire Department Volunteer Firefighters.

Recommended City Council Action: Motion to Approve a Firefighter Length of Service Award for eligible members at age 60 or older and continuing for 10 years at an amount set by the City Council, to be administered by the City of Yreka.
f. CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS:

City Manager and Staff may make brief announcements or reports at this time. g. 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.
h. 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 Yreka City Council Agenda
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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 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 6:30PM on August 4, 2026, 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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Fund Type Fund Fund Description Previous Balance Debits Credits Fund General-Unrestricted 01 General Operating $ 6,402,337.40 $ 1,808,071.56 $ 843,975.93 $ 7,366,433.03 General-Designated 01 General Oper. - Other - - - 0.00
General-Designated 01 Comm Art - - - 0.00
General-Designated 01 Fire Museum 3,322.35 - - 3,322.35 General-Designated 01 Planning Deposits - - - 0.00
General-Designated 01 Sidewalk in Lieu 62,057.71 - - 62,057.71 General-Designated 01 Parkland Trust 300.00 - - 300.00
General-Designated 01 Police Asset Forfeit 24,698.09 - - 24,698.09 General-Designated 01 Parking Fees - - - 0.00
General-Designated 01 Campbell Tract Redemption - - - 0.00 General-Designated 02 Gifts Donations 18,268.60 295.27 - 18,563.87 General-Designated 02 K-9 Unit - - - 0.00
General-Designated 02 YPD Donated - Hitson 8,818.80 - - 8,818.80 General-Designated 02 YPD Donated - Travellers 741.68 - - 741.68 General-Designated 02 YPD Donated - Teen Fund 3,956.43 - - 3,956.43 General-Designated 03 YVFD Volunter Fund (0.00) - - (0.00) General-Restricted 04 Crandell Cash 459,849.65 4,273.07 - 464,122.72 General-Restricted 05 Property Abatement Recovery 131,960.02 - - 131,960.02 General-Designated 08 Grant Projects Reserve 1,348,379.57 - 1,348,379.57 - General-Designated 08 PERS Pension Liability Reserve - - - 0.00 General-Designated 09 Reserves for Cap. Outlay 1,209,308.39 626.96 1,209,935.35 - General-Designated 10 Capital Outlay 112,988.38 - - 112,988.38 General-Designated 11 Capital Building Project 632,171.11 - 3,655.21 628,515.90 General - All General-Designated 12 Debt Servicing - GF (YPD Bldg) 586,879.65 - 82,522.50 504,357.15 General-Designated 12 Debt Servicing Reserves - GF (YPD Bldg) 200,000.00 - - 200,000.00 General-Designated 90 Payroll Clearing (712,454.29) 1,038,292.93 886,655.94 (560,817.30) 11,528,333.75 $ Spec. Rev. -Streets 20 Road and Street Funds including HUTA 1,312,741.03 42,718.73 36,424.73 1,319,035.03 Spec. Rev. -Streets 21 Local Transportation 1,083,654.17 10,441.09 1,094,095.26 - Streets Spec. Rev. -Streets 24 Fines - Traffic Safety 277,440.44 4,106.32 1,296.06 280,250.70 2,693,380.99 $ Special Revenue 30 Fire Assessment Spec. Rev 947,971.90 40,502.71 7,568.98 980,905.63 Special Revenue 31 Landfill Access Fee - Debt Service 114,231.18 21,290.19 2,875.17 132,646.20 Special Revenues Special Revenue 32 Developer Impact Fees 359,187.27 3,337.67 - 362,524.94 $ 1,476,076.77 Solid Waste 50 Solid Waste Operating 347,105.98 35,847.50 7,381.79 375,571.69 Solid Waste Solid Waste 51 Solid Waste Capital Projects (419,932.56) - (419,932.56) - $ (44,360.87) Special Grants 60 Spec Grants Capital Outlay 1,871,808.12 - 614.44 1,871,193.68 Special Grants Special Grants 65 Community Development Grants 346,802.13 4,156.08 293.63 350,664.58 SpecialOperating 67 SUMIT Operating 409,682.55 - - 409,682.55 $ 2,631,540.81 Water Enterprise 70 Water Operating 230,363.00 276,095.76 289,962.96 216,495.80 Water Enterprise 71 Water Capital Projects 5,234,628.12 388,550.00 236,784.46 5,386,393.66 Water Enterprise 72 Water Debt Servicing 543,651.92 - 56,317.50 487,334.42 Water Enterprise 72 USDA COPS 2010 300,000.00 - - 300,000.00 Water Enterprise Water Enterprise 74 Water Reserves 1,749,409.18 75,954.70 1,825,363.88 - $ 8,215,587.76 Sewer Enterprise 80 Sewer Operating 600,073.72 321,124.82 208,062.98 713,135.56 Sewer Enterprise 81 Sewer Capital Outlay 5,031,701.42 - 1,051.53 5,030,649.89 Sewer Enterprise 82 Sewer Debt Servicing (385,208.05) - (385,208.05) - Sewer Enterprise 82 USDA COPS 2003 610,000.00 - - 610,000.00 Enterprise-Sewer Sewer Enterprise 84 Sewer Reserves 2,558,203.56 77,371.41 2,635,574.97 - $ 8,604,152.37 Agency
Agency 92 Agency SUMIT - Cash 3,717.17 - - 3,717.17 $ 3,717.17 COLUMN TOTALS $ 33,620,815.79 $ 4,153,056.77 $ 2,665,443.81 $ 35,108,428.75 $ 35,108,428.75 -
BANK RECAPITULATION PER BANK Market Value Unrealized Gain PER LEDGER L.A.I.F. 0.861% 29,282,733.08 28,905,730.01 (377,003.07) Pershing Bank - CD & Treas Investments 3,430,000.00 3,435,588.45 5,588.45 Pershing Bank - Cash 21,741.23
Petty Cash Drawers 1,200.00
MB SUMIT Operating x2233 412,460.84
MB SUMIT Asset Forfeiture X4281 3,707.71
Mechanics Bank - ZBA x6830 -
Mechanics Bank - MM x6505 501,458.90
Mechanics Bank - 01015102 1,830,719.22
TOTAL PER BANK 35,484,020.98

ADJUSTMENTS
Less Outstanding Checks MB (390,680.47)
Less Outstanding Checks SVB SUMIT (2,550.09)
Interest (8.82)
XFER 35,554.41
Aflac 1,780.73
Rem Dep 1,634.38
Incorrect CC payment 450.31
Health 2,605.93
JE (263.45)
Betts (167.80)
Mechanics Money Market 6505 April (1,458.90)
MBSC Interest Apr (21,741.23)
XBP Timing Diff (747.23)
TOTAL PER LEDGER 35,108,428.75 35,108,428.75
(0.00)
Colleen Baker, City Mayor
Emily Aldrich, Finance Director

CITY OF YREKA

REPORT ON CASH TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Apr-2026
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2025-2026 Operating Budget of Revenue and Expenditures
with Year to Date Actual Results April 30, 2026
Fund Analysis
Major Grp Fund 2 Adopted Operating Budget Year to Date 3 Adopted Operating Budget Year to Date 4 Operating Budget Net Actual
Year to Date
Current Cash
Balance
Investment in LAIF 00 - - - - - - -
General Operating 01 11,658,945.09 11,658,945.09 8,280,530.21 11,656,242.78 11,656,242.78 9,638,952.20 2,702.31 (1,358,421.99) 7,456,811.18 General Operating Fund 11,658,945.09 11,658,945.09 8,280,530.21 11,656,242.78 11,656,242.78 9,638,952.20 2,702.31 (1,358,421.99) 7,456,811.18 Gifts Donations 02 - - 935.56 500.00 500.00 204.00 (500.00) 731.56 32,080.78 Trusts -Crandell-Stewart 04 - - 13,527.11 2,400.00 2,400.00 2,314.68 (2,400.00) 11,212.43 464,122.72 Property Abatement 05 125,000.00 125,000.00 183,672.10 125,000.00 125,000.00 52,513.57 131,158.53 - 131,960.02 General Fund Reserves 08 - - 22,635.00 - - - - 22,635.00 1,348,379.57 Reserves for Cap. Outlay 09 600,000.00 600,000.00 617,092.75 - - - 600,000.00 617,092.75 1,209,935.35 Capital Outlay 10 95,000.00 95,000.00 124,408.28 107,000.00 107,000.00 31,363.63 (12,000.00) 93,044.65 112,988.38 Construction Fund 11 1,020,000.00 1,020,000.00 1,020,000.00 1,570,000.00 1,570,000.00 1,472,144.83 (550,000.00) (452,144.83) 628,515.90 General Fund Debt Servicing 12 126,375.00 126,375.00 126,045.00 126,375.00 126,375.00 126,045.00 - - 704,357.15 Payroll Clearing 90 - - - - 118,355.96 - (118,355.96) - (560,817.30) General Fund - Restricted or Designated 1,966,375.00 1,966,375.00 2,108,315.80 1,931,275.00 1,931,275.00 1,802,941.67 35,100.00 305,374.13 4,071,522.57 Total General Fund 13,625,320.09 13,625,320.09 10,388,846.01 13,587,517.78 13,587,517.78 11,441,893.87 37,802.31 (1,053,047.86) 11,528,333.75 Gas Tax & Traffic Cong. 20 1,039,411.17 1,039,411.17 947,675.95 1,039,411.17 1,039,411.17 551,713.45 395,962.50 - 1,319,035.03 Local Transportation 21 240,000.00 240,000.00 45,700.69 240,000.00 240,000.00 - - 45,700.69 1,094,095.26 Fines - Traffic Safety 24 85,758.93 85,758.93 87,501.30 85,758.93 85,758.93 41,285.18 - 46,216.12 280,250.70 Road, Street & Transit - Restricted 1,365,170.10 1,365,170.10 1,080,877.94 1,365,170.10 1,365,170.10 592,998.63 487,879.31 - 2,693,380.99 Total Road, Streets and Transit 1,365,170.10 1,365,170.10 1,080,877.94 1,365,170.10 1,365,170.10 592,998.63 487,879.31 - 2,693,380.99 Fire Assessment Spec. Rev 30 386,000.00 651,627.00 328,897.62 636,420.25 857,047.25 790,515.30 (205,420.25) (461,617.68) 980,905.63 Landfill Access Fee - Debt Service 31 243,000.00 243,000.00 203,463.43 243,000.00 243,000.00 205,749.92 - (2,286.49) 132,646.20 Developer Impact Fees 32 103,000.00 103,000.00 10,547.82 36,000.00 36,000.00 - 67,000.00 10,547.82 362,524.94 Special Revenue - Restricted 732,000.00 997,627.00 542,908.87 915,420.25 1,136,047.25 996,265.22 (138,420.25) (453,356.35) 1,476,076.77 Total Special Revenue 732,000.00 997,627.00 542,908.87 915,420.25 1,136,047.25 996,265.22 (138,420.25) (453,356.35) 1,476,076.77 Spec Grants Capital Outlay 60 260,000.00 260,000.00 - 772,000.00 772,000.00 489,331.89 (512,000.00) (489,331.89) 1,871,193.68 Community Development Grants 65 300,800.00 300,800.00 32,982.74 300,000.00 300,000.00 91,745.77 800.00 (58,763.03) 350,664.58 SUMIT Operating Fund 67 - - - - - 228.20 - (228.20) 409,682.55 Special Grants - Capital Projects 560,800.00 560,800.00 32,982.74 1,072,000.00 1,072,000.00 581,305.86 (511,200.00) (548,323.12) 2,631,540.81 Capital Projects 560,800.00 560,800.00 32,982.74 1,072,000.00 1,072,000.00 581,305.86 (511,200.00) (548,323.12) 2,631,540.81 Solid Waste Operating 50 42,542.60 42,542.60 33,912.84 - 92,542.60 73,167.53 42,542.60 (39,254.69) 375,571.69 Solid Waste Capital Projects 51 - - - - - - - - (419,932.56) Solid Waste 42,542.60 42,542.60 33,912.84 - 92,542.60 73,167.53 42,542.60 (39,254.69) (44,360.87) Solid Waste 42,542.60 42,542.60 33,912.84 - 92,542.60 73,167.53 42,542.60 (39,254.69) (44,360.87) Water Operating 70 3,746,741.04 3,746,741.04 2,916,360.87 3,746,741.04 3,746,741.04 2,836,995.54 - 79,365.33 216,495.80 Water Capital Projects 71 2,534,500.00 2,534,500.00 14,900.00 2,534,500.00 2,534,500.00 973,475.58 (958,575.58) - 5,386,393.66 Water Debt Servicing 72 314,238.30 314,238.30 - 298,238.30 298,238.30 114,495.57 16,000.00 (114,495.57) 787,334.42 Water Reserves 74 (593,154.34) (593,154.34) 250,548.16 - - - (593,154.34) 250,548.16 1,825,363.88 Water Enterprise 6,002,325.00 6,002,325.00 3,181,809.03 6,579,479.34 6,579,479.34 3,924,966.69 (577,154.34) (743,157.66) 8,215,587.76 Sewer Operating 80 3,323,508.70 3,323,508.70 2,883,179.35 3,323,508.70 3,323,508.70 2,143,828.64 739,350.71 - 713,135.56 Sewer Capital Outlay 81 1,900,000.00 1,900,000.00 - 1,900,000.00 1,900,000.00 4,445.88 - (4,445.88) 5,030,649.89 Sewer Debt Servicing 82 422,457.50 422,457.50 - 402,457.50 402,457.50 306,573.75 20,000.00 (306,573.75) 224,791.95 Sewer Reserves 84 (397,408.20) (397,408.20) 233,334.35 - - - (397,408.20) 233,334.35 2,635,574.97 Sewer Enterprise Fund 5,248,558.00 5,248,558.00 3,116,513.70 5,625,966.20 5,625,966.20 2,454,848.27 (377,408.20) 661,665.43 8,604,152.37 Total Enterprise Funds 11,250,883.00 11,250,883.00 6,298,322.73 12,205,445.54 12,205,445.54 6,379,814.96 (954,562.54) (81,492.23) 16,819,740.13 SUMIT Agency Trust - Cash 92 - - - - - - - - 3,717.17
Agency Funds - - - - - - - - 3,717.17 \
Total Agency Funds - - - - - - - - 3,717.17
All Funds Combined 27,576,715.79 27,842,342.79 18,377,851.13 29,145,553.67 29,458,723.27 20,065,446.07 (1,523,837.88) (1,687,594.94) 35,108,428.75 Excess of Rev over Exp.-Surplus/
R E V E N U E E X P E N S E (Deficit)
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City of Yreka Financial Statement Groupings
Summary FY 25-26 YTD Fiscal Performance
as of April 30, 2026
ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Adopted Bdgt Current Period Favorable or (Unfavorable)
Revised Operating
Bdgt

1. GENERAL FUNDS
Revenue
801 REVENUE: PROP TAXES 1,592,950.00 1,592,950.00 1,522,624.11 -70,325.89 807 MVLF IN LIEU 875,000.00 875,000.00 871,245.38 -3,754.62 810 SALES TAX 6,950,000.00 6,950,000.00 4,444,985.87 -2,505,014.13 813 REVENUE: TOT TAXES 1,243,000.00 1,243,000.00 902,434.40 -340,565.60 814 REVENUE: FRANCHISE FEES 300,000.00 300,000.00 350,421.19 50,421.19 815 REVENUE - LICENSES AND PERMITS 349,600.00 349,600.00 305,494.00 -44,106.00 825 REVENUE - FINES & FORFEITURES 250.00 250.00 6,656.88 6,406.88 830 REVENUE - USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY 385,800.00 385,800.00 354,202.93 -31,597.07 850 REVENUE - INTERGOVERNMENTAL 934,882.09 934,882.09 561,521.92 -373,360.17 870 REVENUE - USER FEES AND CHARGES 116,900.00 116,900.00 161,236.79 44,336.79 880 ICA ALLOCATION 361,608.00 361,608.00 308,480.00 -53,128.00 882 REVENUE - OTHER 5,000.00 5,000.00 99,542.54 94,542.54 883 GAIN (LOSS) ON SALE OF ASSETS 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
898 INTERFUND TRANSFERS 510,330.00 510,330.00 500,000.00 -10,330.00

1. GENERAL FUNDS Revenue Totals 13,625,320.09 13,625,320.09 10,388,846.01 -3,236,474.08 Expense
100 MAYOR, COUNCIL, CITY MANAGER, CLERK 757,889.98 757,889.98 310,355.98 447,534.00 110 EXP. GENERAL GOVERNMENT 1,289,208.14 1,289,208.14 1,588,343.93 -299,135.79 130 PUBLIC SAFETY CODE ENFORCEMENT 341,274.33 341,274.33 167,618.51 173,655.82 Thursday, July 30, 2026 Page 1 of 9
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ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Adopted Bdgt Current Period Favorable or (Unfavorable)
Revised Operating
Bdgt
200 PUBLIC SAFETY - POLICE 5,211,133.04 5,211,133.04 4,051,384.21 1,159,748.83 210 PUBLIC SAFETY - FIRE 1,472,000.26 1,472,000.26 854,579.54 617,420.72 215 PUBLIC SAFETY - HAZARD MITIGATION 171,482.09 171,482.09 130,036.40 41,445.69 220 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 1,136,202.09 1,136,202.09 860,464.29 275,737.80 300 PUBLIC WORKS - ENGINEERING AND ADMIN 122,480.38 122,480.38 74,897.03 47,583.35 350 PUBLIC WORKS - MECHANICAL MAINT (ELIM) 0.00 0.00 593,405.21 -593,405.21 370 PUBLIC WORKS - SERVICE CENTER (ELIM) 0.00 0.00 38,769.02 -38,769.02 400 CULTURAL & REC - PARKS AND REC 601,802.37 601,802.37 404,840.96 196,961.41 600 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 96,500.00 96,500.00 171,228.86 -74,728.86 645 CAPITAL OUTLAY 1,645,000.00 1,645,000.00 1,473,754.83 171,245.17 740 PRINCIPAL ON LT DEBT 38,000.00 38,000.00 39,000.00 -1,000.00 745 INTEREST ON LT DEBT 88,375.00 88,375.00 87,045.00 1,330.00 760 INTERFUND TRANSFERS 616,170.10 616,170.10 596,170.10 20,000.00

1. GENERAL FUNDS Expense Totals 13,587,517.78 13,587,517.78 11,441,893.87 2,145,623.91

1. GENERAL FUNDS Net Position Change 37,802.31 37,802.31 -1,053,047.86 -1,090,850.17 Thursday, July 30, 2026 Page 2 of 9
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ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Adopted Bdgt Current Period Favorable or (Unfavorable)
Revised Operating
Bdgt
Summary for 'Auditor Fund' = 1. GENERAL FUNDS (1115 detail records)

2. STREETS FUNDS
Revenue
825 REVENUE - FINES & FORFEITURES 15,000.00 15,000.00 14,612.51 -387.49 830 REVENUE - USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY 17,000.00 17,000.00 63,681.96 46,681.96 850 REVENUE - INTERGOVERNMENTAL 726,000.00 726,000.00 403,788.37 -322,211.63 870 REVENUE - USER FEES AND CHARGES 0.00 0.00 2,625.00 2,625.00 882 REVENUE - OTHER 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
887 REVENUE: INKIND 11,000.00 11,000.00 0.00 -11,000.00 898 INTERFUND TRANSFERS 596,170.10 596,170.10 596,170.10 0.00

2. STREETS FUNDS Revenue Totals 1,365,170.10 1,365,170.10 1,080,877.94 -284,292.16 Expense
300 PUBLIC WORKS - ENGINEERING AND ADMIN 90,686.10 90,686.10 42,649.80 48,036.30 310 PUBLIC WORKS - STREET MAINTENANCE 525,564.73 525,564.73 278,580.17 246,984.56 311 PUBLIC WORKS - STREET SWEEPING 86,160.98 86,160.98 77,655.08 8,505.90 312 PUBLIC WORKS - STREET LIGHTING 67,151.23 67,151.23 43,391.57 23,759.66 313 PUBLIC WORKS - WEED CONTROL STREETS 14,404.79 14,404.79 2,172.89 12,231.90 314 PUBLIC WORKS - PUBLIC PARKING LOTS 1,989.66 1,989.66 2,401.86 -412.20 315 PUBLIC WORKS - STREETSCAPE MAINTENANCE 95,673.47 95,673.47 16,167.18 79,506.29 320 PUBLIC WORKS - TRAFFIC SAFETY 85,758.93 85,758.93 38,226.18 47,532.75 340 TRANSPORTATION 240,000.00 240,000.00 0.00 240,000.00 390 PUBLIC WORKS - STORM DRAINS 130,780.21 130,780.21 86,944.90 43,835.31 645 CAPITAL OUTLAY 27,000.00 27,000.00 4,809.00 22,191.00

2. STREETS FUNDS Expense Totals 1,365,170.10 1,365,170.10 592,998.63 772,171.47

2. STREETS FUNDS Net Position Change 0.00 0.00 487,879.31 487,879.31 Thursday, July 30, 2026 Page 3 of 9
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ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Adopted Bdgt Current Period Favorable or (Unfavorable)
Revised Operating
Bdgt
Summary for 'Auditor Fund' = 2. STREETS FUNDS (341 detail records)

3. SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
Revenue
811 OTHER TAXES 346,000.00 346,000.00 287,467.70 -58,532.30 815 REVENUE - LICENSES AND PERMITS 103,000.00 103,000.00 0.00 -103,000.00 830 REVENUE - USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY 40,000.00 40,000.00 51,977.74 11,977.74 870 REVENUE - USER FEES AND CHARGES 243,000.00 243,000.00 203,463.43 -39,536.57 882 REVENUE - OTHER 0.00 265,627.00 0.00 -265,627.00

3. SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS Revenue Totals 732,000.00 997,627.00 542,908.87 -454,718.13 Expense
100.3 COLLECTION EXPENSE 68,000.00 68,000.00 30,749.92 37,250.08 210 PUBLIC SAFETY - FIRE 45,000.00 265,627.00 214,910.10 50,716.90 645 CAPITAL OUTLAY 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
740 PRINCIPAL ON LT DEBT 211,882.34 211,882.34 196,112.52 15,769.82 745 INTEREST ON LT DEBT 54,537.91 54,537.91 54,492.68 45.23 760 INTERFUND TRANSFERS 536,000.00 536,000.00 500,000.00 36,000.00

3. SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS Expense Totals 915,420.25 1,136,047.25 996,265.22 139,782.03

3. SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS Net Position Change -183,420.25 -138,420.25 -453,356.35 -314,936.10 Thursday, July 30, 2026 Page 4 of 9
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ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Adopted Bdgt Current Period Favorable or (Unfavorable)
Revised Operating
Bdgt
Summary for 'Auditor Fund' = 3. SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS (47 detail records)

4. CAPITAL & CDBG GRANTS
Revenue
830 REVENUE - USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY 800.00 800.00 12,080.74 11,280.74 850 REVENUE - INTERGOVERNMENTAL 560,000.00 560,000.00 20,902.00 -539,098.00 882 REVENUE - OTHER 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
898 INTERFUND TRANSFERS 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00

4. CAPITAL & CDBG GRANTS Revenue Totals 560,800.00 560,800.00 32,982.74 -527,817.26 Expense
207 PUBLIC SAFETY - SUMIT 0.00 0.00 228.20 -228.20
600 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 335,000.00 335,000.00 119,715.77 215,284.23 645 CAPITAL OUTLAY 737,000.00 737,000.00 461,361.89 275,638.11

4. CAPITAL & CDBG GRANTS Expense Totals 1,072,000.00 1,072,000.00 581,305.86 490,694.14

4. CAPITAL & CDBG GRANTS Net Position Change -511,200.00 -511,200.00 -548,323.12 -37,123.12 Thursday, July 30, 2026 Page 5 of 9
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ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Adopted Bdgt Current Period Favorable or (Unfavorable)
Revised Operating
Bdgt
Summary for 'Auditor Fund' = 4. CAPITAL & CDBG GRANTS (118 detail records)

5. WATER FUNDS
Revenue
830 REVENUE - USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY 250,000.00 250,000.00 250,548.16 548.16 850 REVENUE - INTERGOVERNMENTAL 1,984,500.00 1,984,500.00 0.00 -1,984,500.00 870 REVENUE - USER FEES AND CHARGES 3,751,825.00 3,751,825.00 2,914,056.62 -837,768.38 882 REVENUE - OTHER 0.00 0.00 2,304.25 2,304.25
883 GAIN (LOSS) ON SALE OF ASSETS 0.00 0.00 14,900.00 14,900.00 898 INTERFUND TRANSFERS 16,000.00 16,000.00 0.00 -16,000.00

5. WATER FUNDS Revenue Totals 6,002,325.00 6,002,325.00 3,181,809.03 -2,820,515.97 Expense
100.3 COLLECTION EXPENSE 381,993.44 381,993.44 270,698.69 111,294.75 300.1 ENGINEERING 276,667.76 276,667.76 102,614.26 174,053.50 500 WATER DISTRIBUTION EXPENSE 1,385,337.99 1,385,337.99 851,376.07 533,961.92 510 WATER TREATMENT AND CONSERVATION 1,616,741.85 1,616,741.85 1,454,757.86 161,983.99 510.1 COST OF POWER AND WATER 386,000.00 386,000.00 352,023.48 33,976.52 645 CAPITAL OUTLAY 2,109,500.00 2,109,500.00 668,600.76 1,440,899.24 740 PRINCIPAL ON LT DEBT 183,791.43 183,791.43 0.00 183,791.43 745 INTEREST ON LT DEBT 114,446.87 114,446.87 114,495.57 -48.70 799 ICA EXPENSE 125,000.00 125,000.00 110,400.00 14,600.00

5. WATER FUNDS Expense Totals 6,579,479.34 6,579,479.34 3,924,966.69 2,654,512.65

5. WATER FUNDS Net Position Change -577,154.34 -577,154.34 -743,157.66 -166,003.32 Thursday, July 30, 2026 Page 6 of 9
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ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Adopted Bdgt Current Period Favorable or (Unfavorable)
Revised Operating
Bdgt
Summary for 'Auditor Fund' = 5. WATER FUNDS (378 detail records)

6. SEWER FUNDS
Revenue
830 REVENUE - USE OF MONEY & PROPERTY 125,000.00 125,000.00 233,334.35 108,334.35 850 REVENUE - INTERGOVERNMENTAL 1,625,000.00 1,625,000.00 0.00 -1,625,000.00 870 REVENUE - USER FEES AND CHARGES 3,478,558.00 3,478,558.00 2,880,875.10 -597,682.90 882 REVENUE - OTHER 0.00 0.00 2,304.25 2,304.25
883 GAIN (LOSS) ON SALE OF ASSETS 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
898 INTERFUND TRANSFERS 20,000.00 20,000.00 0.00 -20,000.00

6. SEWER FUNDS Revenue Totals 5,248,558.00 5,248,558.00 3,116,513.70 -2,132,044.30 Expense
100.3 COLLECTION EXPENSE 366,542.31 366,542.31 247,010.35 119,531.96 300.1 ENGINEERING 269,243.51 269,243.51 100,912.71 168,330.80 510.1 COST OF POWER AND WATER 330,000.00 330,000.00 232,785.15 97,214.85 550 WASTEWATER COLLECTION EXPENSE 851,692.40 729,692.40 326,250.52 403,441.88 560 WASTEWATER TREATMENT EXPENSE 1,297,422.48 1,419,422.48 1,038,789.91 380,632.57 645 CAPITAL OUTLAY 1,872,000.00 1,872,000.00 4,445.88 1,867,554.12 740 PRINCIPAL ON LT DEBT 196,000.00 196,000.00 101,000.00 95,000.00 745 INTEREST ON LT DEBT 206,457.50 206,457.50 205,573.75 883.75 799 ICA EXPENSE 236,608.00 236,608.00 198,080.00 38,528.00

6. SEWER FUNDS Expense Totals 5,625,966.20 5,625,966.20 2,454,848.27 3,171,117.93

6. SEWER FUNDS Net Position Change -377,408.20 -377,408.20 661,665.43 1,039,073.63 Thursday, July 30, 2026 Page 7 of 9
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ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Adopted Bdgt Current Period Favorable or (Unfavorable)
Revised Operating
Bdgt
Summary for 'Auditor Fund' = 6. SEWER FUNDS (253 detail records)

7. LANDFILL FUNDS
Revenue
850 REVENUE - INTERGOVERNMENTAL 42,542.60 42,542.60 57,308.51 14,765.91

7. LANDFILL FUNDS Revenue Totals 42,542.60 42,542.60 57,308.51 14,765.91 Expense
380 PUBLIC WORKS - WASTE DISPOSAL 92,542.60 92,542.60 73,167.53 19,375.07

7. LANDFILL FUNDS Expense Totals 92,542.60 92,542.60 73,167.53 19,375.07

7. LANDFILL FUNDS Net Position Change -50,000.00 -50,000.00 -15,859.02 34,140.98 Thursday, July 30, 2026 Page 8 of 9
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ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION Adopted Bdgt Current Period Favorable or (Unfavorable)
Revised Operating
Bdgt
Summary for 'Auditor Fund' = 7. LANDFILL FUNDS (23 detail records) Grand Total 1,661,380.48 1,616,380.48 1,664,199.27 47,818.79 Thursday, July 30, 2026 Page 9 of 9
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YREKA CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
July 21, 2026
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. 6:30PM CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SESSION, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM

2. ROLL CALL:

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

3. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA:

Motion to Approve the Agenda as presented
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MOTIONED: Councilmember Clair
SECOND: Councilmember Davis
AYES: Councilmembers McCoy, Middleton, Davis, Clair & Baker NO’s: -0-
The motion passes unanimously

4. PRESENTATIONS:
 Purr Angels – Jan Sinnot

5. PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Public comment received by: Jan Sinnot

6. 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 June 7, 2026, through July 11, 2026. b. Treasurer’s Report for March 2026.
c. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held June 16, 2026. d. Adoption of Resolution 2026-23 of the City Council of the City of Yreka Amending the Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual to Incorporate Revisions to Sections 102.2, 204.1.1, 802.2, 810.8, 902.7, and 1002.3, and Approving the Addition of Daylight Savings Time Policy. e. Approval of Contract Revisions with Siskiyou Community Resource Collaborative (YCRC). f. Authorization of the City Manager to Execute Development Impact Fee Payment Agreement 2026-01 with Pfeiffer Vacuum California Realty Holdings LLC.

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

Motion to Adopt the Consent Agenda of the City Council of the City of Yreka as Presented MOTIONED: Councilmember Middleton
SECOND: Councilmember Clair
AYES: Councilmembers McCoy, Middleton, Davis, Clair & Baker NO’s: -0-
The motion passes

7. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

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.

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Planning Manager
a. Agenda Title: 2026-38 Jones Conditional Use Permit for the Construction of a Metal Shed in the Historic District.

Recommended City Council Action:
(1) Open public hearing
(2) Close public hearing
(3) Motion to Approve Resolution 2026-24 of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving Conditional Use Permit 2026-38 for the Construction of an Accessory Storage Structure within the R-1 (Single Family Residential) Zone and the Historic Downtown District, and Adoption of a Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of a Small Structures) Categorical Exemption Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) at 403 Third Street, Assessor’s Parcel number 053-202-060.

Public comment received by: Barbara Schlunt and Jan Osborn Motion to take No Action on this item at this time and refer this item back to the planning department to review the findings and to come back to council with more information at a later date.

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

8. CITY BUSINESS:

Jill Drinkwater – Pacific Power
a.Agenda Title: Pacific Power System Strengthening and Wildfire Mitigation Recommended City Council Action: Presentation and Discussion only – No Action No public comment received
Presentation and Discussion only – No action for this agenda item Human Resources Director
b.Agenda Title: Approval of the Contract for Mindy York for Communications, Public Engagement and Content Services.

Recommended City Council Action: Motion to Approve the Contract for Mindy York for a sum not to exceed $37,800 for Communications, Public Engagement and Content Services.

No public comment received
Motion to Approve the Contract for Mindy York for a sum not to exceed $37,800 for Communications, Public Engagement and Content Services.

MOTIONED: Councilmember Middleton
SECOND: Councilmember McCoy
AYES: Councilmembers McCoy, Middleton, Davis, Clair & Baker NO’s: -0-
The motion passes unanimously
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Municipal Projects Manager
c.Agenda Title: Discussion / Possible Action: Hold a Public Informational Meeting and Adopt Resolution 2026-25 of the City Council of the City of Yreka Authorizing the Submittal of an Application for Federal Assistance to the USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Program for the Yreka New Fire Station Project.

Recommended City Council Action: Motion to Adoption Resolution 2026-25 of the City Council of the City of Yreka Authorizing the Submittal of an Application for Federal Assistance to the USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Program for the Yreka New Fire Station Project.

Public Comment: Resident of Yreka, Sky Brown, asked what the tax percent increase amount was for Measure V that was on the 2024 Ballot.

Motion to Adoption Resolution 2026-25 of the City Council of the City of Yreka Authorizing the Submittal of an Application for Federal Assistance to the USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Program for the Yreka New Fire Station Project.

MOTIONED: Councilmember McCoy
SECOND: Councilmember Baker
AYES: Councilmembers McCoy, Middleton, Davis, Clair & Baker NO’s: -0-
The motion passes unanimously
f. CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS:

Human Resources Director John Elsnab gave an update
Planning Manager Alia Roca Lezra gave an update on Planning Commission City Manager Will Ibershof gave an update
g. 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.) Councilmember McCoy gave an update
Councilmember Middleton gave an update
Councilmember Davis gave an update
Councilmember Clair gave an update
Councilmember Baker gave an update
h. ADJOURNMENT:

Meeting adjourned at 8:24 PM
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___________________________
Mayor of the City of Yreka
Minutes approved by City Council
Motion on August 4, 2026
___________________________
Cyndy Prohaska, City Clerk

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CITY OF YREKA

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
To: Yreka City Council
From: Pat Dircksen, Chief of Police & John Elsnab, Human Resources Director Agenda title: Discussion/Possible Action – Discussion/Possible Action — Approval of a Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Agreement Between the City of Yreka and the County of Siskiyou.

Meeting date: August 4, 2026
Discussion
The City Council is being asked to approve a Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Agreement between the City of Yreka and the County of Siskiyou to allow the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office to provide supplemental law enforcement patrol services within the City of Yreka from March 1, 2026, to May 30, 2026.

Under the proposed agreement, the County would be reimbursed for temporary patrol services within City limits. These services have been coordinated between the Yreka Police Department and the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office. Services included preventive patrol, response to calls for service, enforcement of state laws and city ordinances, traffic enforcement, accident response, and assistance with investigations as appropriate. Deputies assigned under the agreement will remain employees of the County and will operate under the supervision and command of the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office, while coordinating with the Yreka Police Department to ensure alignment with City priorities.

The agreement provides that the City will reimburse the County for the actual cost of services, including salary, benefits, and administrative overhead. The County will submit monthly invoices supported by timecards and patrol logs prior to reimbursement.

Fiscal Impact
The fiscal impact is estimated at $53,290.70 from March 1, 2026, to May 30, 2026.

Recommendation:

Motion to Approve the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Agreement between the City of Yreka and the County of Siskiyou.

Attachments
• Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Agreement between the City of Yreka and the County of Siskiyou
• Patrol Logs Example
Approved by: __________________________________
Will Ibershof, City Manager
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1 SUPPLEMENTAL LAW ENFORCEMENT

SERVICES AGREEMENT
This Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Agreement (“Agreement“) is entered into by and between the City of Yreka, a municipal corporation in the State of California (“City”), and the County of Siskiyou, a political subdivision of the State of California (“County”).

1. Purpose
The purpose of this Agreement is to establish the terms and conditions under which the City may request, and the County may provide supplemental law enforcement patrol services within the jurisdiction of the City for specified periods of time. This Agreement is intended to enhance public safety, improve response capabilities, and provide consistent patrol presence within the City.

2. Term
This Agreement shall become effective March 1st, 2026, and be effective until May 30th, 2026, unless action is taken in accordance with Section 12, Termination.

3. Scope of Services
A. Upon a Request for Services by the Chief of Police of the Yreka Police Department (“Request for Services “) to address temporary needs of the City for supplemental law enforcement services, The County, through the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office, agrees to provide supplemental patrol services within the City of Yreka pursuant to the terms specified herein.

B. Temporary supplemental law enforcement services which may be provided shall include, but are not limited to:

1. Preventive patrol within City limits

2. Response to calls for service, dispatched by the City

3. Enforcement of applicable State laws and City ordinances

4. Traffic enforcement and accident response

5. Assistance with investigations, as appropriate
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2 6. All other law enforcement services able to be provided by the County Sheriff's Office, normally provided through mechanisms such as, but not limited to, Coroner and Detective investigations.

C. Requests for supplemental patrol services are intended to close gaps in regular, scheduled coverage, and shall not be inclusive of law enforcement mutual aid requests (LEMA) for major County incidents.

4. Request for Services
A. Any Request for Services shall adhere to the following:

1. Be in writing from the Yreka Police Department Chief of Police, Interim Chief of Police, Acting Chief of Police, or designee, and be directed to the Sheriff of the County of Siskiyou, or their designee;

2. Specify the type of law enforcement services requested;

3. Specify the requested number of days per week, shifts per day, and deputies per shift;

4. Specify the duration of the term for such supplemental services.

B. Upon receipt of a Request for Services, the Sheriff or their designee shall within 24-hours acknowledge receipt of such request (“Request Acknowledgement”) and shall respond in writing within seven (7) days as to the ability to comply with such request (“Request Response”).

C. The Request Response shall specify:

1. the type of law enforcement services able to be performed; and

2. the number of days per week, shifts per day, and deputies per shift able to be provided; and

3. the duration of the term for such supplemental services.

5. Personnel Provided
All services shall be performed by qualified deputies of the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office.

Personnel assigned under this agreement shall remain employees of the County and shall not be considered employees of the City for any purpose. City shall not be responsible for any liability for or payment of salary or benefits, including but not limited to vacation, sick leave, health, disability, or retirement benefits.

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3 6. Supervision and Command
Deputies assigned under this Agreement shall operate under the supervision of and command structure of the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office. However, coordination with the Yreka Police Department will occur to ensure efficient delivery of services and adherence to City priorities.

7. Compensation
A. The City agrees to compensate the County for supplemental law enforcement services provided under this Agreement based on the actual cost of personnel assigned by the County, based on the appropriate MOU or pay and benefits structure in effect at the time of assignment, including salary, benefits, and administrative overhead.

B. Payment terms:

1. The County will provide an invoice within fifteen (15) days after the end of the month in which services were provided, detailed through timecards and, or, patrol logs attached hereto as Exhibit A.

2. An adjustment for overhead and management may be applied on each invoice in the amount of fifteen percent (15%) of the total amount of the invoiced timecards, pursuant to CFR Title II Section 200.414(f).

3. The City shall remit payment within thirty (30) days of receipt of invoice to the address below:

Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office
Attn: Fiscal Division
305 Butte St, Yreka CA 96097

8. Equipment and Vehicles
The County shall provide all necessary vehicles, equipment, and communications required for deputies performing services under this Agreement unless otherwise mutually agreed.

9. Liability and Indemnification
Each party agrees to be responsible for the acts and omissions of its own officers, agents, and employees. To the extent permitted by law, each party shall indemnify and hold harmless the other party from claims arising from the negligent acts or omissions of its employees in the performance of this agreement.

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4 10. Insurance
Each party shall maintain insurance or self-insurance coverage as required by California law for governmental entities.

11. Records and Reporting
The County shall maintain records of calls for service, enforcement actions, and other activities conducted within the City under this Agreement and shall provide periodic reports upon request. Upon request by City, County shall provide the appropriate MOU or pay and benefits structure in effect at the time of assignment of deputies for which payment is being claimed under paragraph 7.A.

12. Termination
Either party may terminate this Agreement with thirty (30) days written notice to the other party. Immediate termination may occur upon mutual agreement or in the event of material breach.

13. Amendments
This Agreement may be amended only in written form; approved and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

14. Entire Agreement
This document constitutes the entire understanding between the parties concerning the subject matter herein and supersedes all prior discussions or agreements. (Signatures Following)
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5 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the dates indicated below.

CITY OF YREKA COUNTY OF SISKIYOU
__________________________________ ____________________________________ Pat Dircksen, Interim Chief of Police Jeremiah LaRue, Sheriff-Coroner Date: ___________________ Date: ____________________
__________________________________ ____________________________________ Colleen Baker, Mayor Ray A. Haupt, Chair
Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors
Date: ___________________
Attest: Laura Bynum, Clerk
Siskiyou County Board of Supervisors
____________________________________
(Deputy)
Date: ____________________
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SISKIYOU COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

CITY OF YREKA WEEKLY PATROL LOG
DEPUTY NAME: _____________________________________ _______________

Date Start Time End Time # Arrests # Calls for Service Beginning Ending Date Start Time End Time # Arrests # Calls for Service Beginning Ending Date Start Time End Time # Arrests # Calls for Service Beginning Ending Date Start Time End Time # Arrests # Calls for Service Beginning Ending Date Start Time End Time # Arrests # Calls for Service Beginning Ending Date Start Time End Time # Arrests # Calls for Service Beginning Ending DEPUTY SIGNATURE:_________________________ SUPERVISOR SIGNATURE:_____________________ Notes/Case #s :

Notes/Case #s :

EXHIBIT A
5 COUNTY ID#:

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
TO: Yreka City Council
PREPARED BY: John Elsnab, Human Resources Director
AGENDA TITLE: Discussion and Possible Action to:

The City of Yreka (City) has adopted Memorandums of Understanding and resolutions with its represented and unrepresented employees for the Fiscal Year 2026. Recently, in July of 2026, a three (3%) percent cost-of-living adjustment was provided to all full-time represented and unrepresented units. The City has also been advised through a CalPERS Circular Letter dated January 8, 2020, of the requirement of the City to have the City Council approve and publish a comprehensive salary schedule for full-time, contractual, and part-time employees, elected officials, and stipends paid to volunteers who have an employment relationship with the City.

California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), pursuant to their interpretation of California Code of Regulations section 570.5, recommends all CalPERS employers maintain their compensation levels in one publicly available document, approved and adopted by the governing body, which must meet all of the following requirements:
1) Has been duly approved and adopted by the employer's governing body in accordance with requirements of applicable public meetings laws; 2) Identifies the position title for every employee position; 3) Shows the pay rate for each identified position, which may be stated as a single amount or as multiple amounts within a range;
4) Indicates the time base, including, but not limited to, whether the time base is hourly, daily, bi-weekly, monthly, bi-monthly, or annually; 5) Is posted at the office of the employer or immediately accessible and available for public review from the employer during normal business hours or posted on the employer's internet website;
6) Indicates an effective date and date of any revisions; 7) Is retained by the employer and available for public inspection for not less than five years; and
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8) Does not reference another document in lieu of disclosing the pay rate.

The purpose of approving this resolution is to combine the City’s various payroll schedules into a single schedule for approval by the City Council. It is the staff's intent to continue to produce a single schedule going forward for both CalPERS and City purposes at the time any salary schedule is revised.

Fiscal Impact:

No Fiscal impact
Recommendation and Requested Action:

Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving and Adopting an Updated Comprehensive Pay Schedule for All Full-Time Employees, Part-Time Employees, and Elected Officials in Accordance with CalPERS Guidelines Approved by: __________________________________
John Elsnab, Human Resources
Attachments:
• Attachment “A” – 2026 Comprehensive Salary Schedule for Full-Time Employees • Attachment “B” – 2026 Comprehensive Salary Schedule for Part-Time Employees Yreka City Council Agenda
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-26

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YREKA

APPROVING AND ADOPTING AN UPDATED COMPREHENSIVE PAY SCHEDULE

FOR ALL FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES, PART-TIME EMPLOYEES, AND ELECTED

OFFICIALS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALPERS GUIDELINES
WHEREAS, the City of Yreka("City"), through negotiations with various employee bargaining groups, has established corresponding Memoranda of Agreement which are in full force and effect,
WHEREAS, the City has similarly established individual contracts that include positions for the City Manager, Reserve Officer, and Resilience Planner; and WHEREAS, the City establishes, at least bi-annually, pay schedules for its seasonal, part-time, temporary, volunteers, and elected officials; and WHEREAS, the California Public Employees' Retirement System ("CalPERS") limits "compensation earnable" for retirement purposes to amounts listed on a pay schedule meeting requirements set forth in section 570.5 of title 2 of the California Code of Regulations, including that government agency employers provide and make available to the public the salary of all fulltime, part-time employees and elected officials in a single salary format specified by CalPERS; and
WHEREAS, the City of Yreka has compiled the necessary salary data to create a single salary schedule in compliance with the requirements of CalPERS, dated November 4, 2019; and Circular Letter 200-003-20 dated January 8, 2020
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of Yreka, California, that the Comprehensive Pay Schedule attached to the City Council Resolution as Attachment A and Attachment B, is approved and adopted.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED on this Fourth Day of August 2026 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

Colleen Baker, Mayor
_______________________________
Attest:
_______________________________
Cyndy Prohaska, City Clerk
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Comprehensive Annual Salary Schedule Fiscal Year 2026/2027  COLA Applied on 7/5/2026
YEA SALARY SCHEDULE (7/5/2026 - 7/3/2027)

JOB TITLE UNIT STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
LANDSCAPE TECHNICIAN YEA 44,063.96 46,267.16 48,580.52 51,009.55 53,560.03 COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER YEA 49,705.51 52,190.79 54,800.33 57,540.35 60,417.37 FISCAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNICIAN YEA 49,705.51 52,190.79 54,800.33 57,540.35 60,417.37 MAINTENANCE WORKER YEA 49,705.51 52,190.79 54,800.33 57,540.35 60,417.37 WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR OIT/1 YEA 49,705.31 52,190.58 54,800.10 57,540.11 60,417.12 CLASS 1 WATER MAINTENANCE YEA 49,705.31 52,190.58 54,800.10 57,540.11 60,417.12 ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY YEA 51,504.11 54,079.32 56,783.29 59,622.46 62,603.59 RECORDS SPECIALIST YEA 51,504.11 54,079.32 56,783.29 59,622.46 62,603.59 CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER YEA 53,312.06 55,977.67 58,776.56 61,715.39 64,801.16 SENIOR FISCAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE TECHNICIAN YEA 54,800.33 57,540.35 60,417.37 63,438.24 66,610.16 SENIOR MAINTENANCE WORKER YEA 54,800.33 57,540.35 60,417.37 63,438.24 66,610.16 MECHANIC YEA 54,851.00 57,593.55 60,473.23 63,496.90 66,671.75 WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR II YEA 54,800.09 57,540.10 60,417.11 63,437.97 66,609.87 WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR II YEA 54,800.09 57,540.10 60,417.11 63,437.97 66,609.87 SENIOR MECHANIC YEA 60,473.23 63,496.90 66,671.75 70,005.34 73,505.61 WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR III YEA 64,664.11 67,897.32 71,292.19 74,856.80 78,599.64 WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR III YEA 64,664.11 67,897.32 71,292.19 74,856.80 78,599.64 CONFIDENTIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST YEA 68,257.04 71,669.90 75,253.40 79,016.07 82,966.88 MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR YEA 68,754.06 72,191.77 75,801.36 79,591.43 83,571.01 YMEU SALARY SCHEDULE (7/5/2026 - 7/3/2027)

JOB TITLE UNIT STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
STAFF ACCOUNTANT YMEU 63,420.57 66,591.60 69,921.18 73,417.24 77,088.11 CITY CLERK YMEU 73,888.04 77,582.45 81,461.58 85,534.66 89,811.40 MUNICIPAL PROJECTS MANAGER YMEU 82,763.85 86,902.05 91,247.16 95,809.52 100,600.00 FLEET MANAGER YMEU 82,771.19 86,909.75 91,255.24 95,818.01 100,608.92 WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT MANAGER YMEU 88,589.83 93,019.33 97,670.30 102,553.82 107,681.52 WATER MANAGER YMEU 88,589.83 93,019.33 97,670.30 102,553.82 107,681.52 PLANNING MANAGER YMEU 89,200.01 93,660.02 98,343.03 103,260.19 108,423.20 MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS MANAGER YMEU 93,820.74 98,511.78 103,437.37 108,609.24 114,039.71 FIRE DEPARTMENT SALARY SCHEDULE - HOURLY (7/5/2026)

JOB TITLE UNIT STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
FIREFIGHTER FUE $ 21.25 $ 22.31 $ 23.43 $ 24.60 $ 25.83 FIRE ENGINEER FUE $ 23.43 $ 24.60 $ 25.83 $ 27.12 $ 28.48 FIRE CAPTAIN FUE $ 26.57 $ 27.89 $ 29.29 $ 30.75 $ 32.29 YPOA SALARY SCHEDULE (7/5/2026 - 7/3/2027)

JOB TITLE UNIT STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
POLICE OFFICER YPOA 65,655.79 68,938.58 72,385.51 76,004.79 79,805.03 SERGEANT YPOA 83,795.27 87,985.04 92,384.30 97,003.52 101,853.70 DISPATCHER SALARY SCHEDULE (7/5/2026 - 7/3/2027)

JOB TITLE UNIT STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
DISPATCHER DISP 55,564.40 58,342.62 61,259.76 64,322.75 67,538.89 UNREPRESENTED UNIT SALARY SCHEDULE (7/5/2026 - 7/3/2027)

JOB TITLE UNIT STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR UE 101,992.93 107,092.58 112,447.21 118,069.58 123,973.06 HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR UE 101,992.93 107,092.58 112,447.21 118,069.58 123,973.06 LIEUTENANT UE 108,933.87 114,380.57 120,099.60 126,104.58 132,409.81 FIRE CHIEF UE 113,789.90 119,479.40 125,453.37 131,726.04 138,312.35 FINANCE DIRECTOR UE 115,775.77 121,564.56 127,642.79 134,024.93 140,726.18 ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER UE 116,499.36 122,324.33 128,440.55 134,862.58 141,605.71 PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR UE 118,107.61 124,013.00 130,213.65 136,724.34 143,560.56 CHIEF OF POLICE UE 125,273.94 131,537.64 138,114.53 145,020.26 152,271.28 CONTRACT EMPLOYEES SALARY SCHEDULE (7/5/2026 - 7/3/2027)

JOB TITLE UNIT STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
RESILIENCE PLANNER CT 99,013.80 103,964.49 109,162.72 114,620.86 120,351.91 CITY MANAGER CT 167,024.92 175,376.17 184,144.98 193,352.23 203,019.85 Yreka City Council Agenda
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
TO: Yreka City Council
FROM:

PREPARED BY:

Colleen Baker, Mayor
Colleen Baker, Mayor
AGENDA TITLE: Recognizing September 17th as Constitution Day MEETING DATE: August 4, 2026
Discussion:

I was asked by a local group of citizens to have the city council adopt a proclamation recognizing September 17th as Constitution Day.

Constitution Day is a U.S. federal observance celebrated on September 17th to commemorate the signing of the United States Constitution on September 17, 1787. It honors the supreme law of the land and marks the birthday of the American government.

Fiscal Impact:

No fiscal impact
Recommendation and Requested Action:

A motion to adopt the Proclamation of the City Council of the City of Yreka, California, Recognizing September 17th as Constitution Day.

Approved by: __________________________________
Will Ibershof, City Manager
Attachments:
• Constitution Day Proclamation

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PROCLAMATION
OF

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YREKA, CALIFORNIA,

RECOGNIZING
SEPTEMBER 17TH AS CONSTITUTION DAY
WHEREAS, the United States Constitution stands as the enduring foundation of our liberty and the guardian of our rights; and
WHEREAS, September 17th marks the anniversary of the signing of our nation’s constitution in 1787; and
WHEREAS, the Yreka City Council acknowledges September 17th as Constitution Day; and
WHEREAS, on Constitution Day the Yreka City Council urges all to honor this founding document by reading its words, discussing its principles with family and neighbors, and recommitting to the freedoms it protects; WHEREAS, the Yreka City Council encourages all local businesses to proudly fly the American Flag on September 17; and
THEREFORE, let Constitution Day inspire renewed civic engagement and gratitude for the blessings of liberty.

Dated August 4, 2026
Colleen Baker
Mayor, City of Yreka
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2026-38 Jones Conditional Use
Permit
To: Yreka City Councilmembers
From: Alia Roca Lezra, Planning Manager
Date: August 4, 2026
Recommended Actions:

1. Motion to approve Resolution 2026-27 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2026-38 for the Construction of an Accessory Storage Structure Within the R-1 (SingleFamily Residential) Zone and the Historic Downtown District, and Adoption of a Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) Categorical Exemption Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) at 403 Third Street, Assessor’s Parcel Number 053- 202-060.

Summary:

The City Council will consider the following Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Application No. 2026-38 filed by Jay and Nancy Jones (Applicant) for 403 Third Street, Yreka, CA, Assessors Parcel Number (APN) 053-202-060, located within the Yreka Historic District (Ref #72000258). The proposed CUP Application would approve the construction of a metal accessory storage structure on the Applicant’s property. The site is currently zoned R-1- Single-Family Residential with a General Plan designation of Historic Downtown, which permits the accessory storage structure subject to approval of a CUP.

Note: A public hearing for this item was held on July 21, 2026, with a requested motion from staff for council to approve the resolution. The City Council referred the item back to staff to provide additional information about the project.

Project Description and Background:

The Applicant proposes to construct an accessory metal storage structure on the subject property located at 403 Third Street, Yreka, CA. The proposed structure will be utilized for the storage of household goods, gardening materials, and the applicant’s personal collection of antique furniture. Additionally, the scope of work includes planting trees (oaks, birch, maple, and various fruit trees) adjacent to the structure, which will serve as a visual screening element.

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The subject property is currently zoned R-1 (Single-Family Residential) and is occupied by a primary single-family residence. The single-family residence was built in 1878 and, though it has been remodeled due to various fires in the 1900s, the home features craftsman architectural styles of the time periods during which it was built and subsequently remodeled. Specific features that will be preserved include the three-step window casing style typical of craftsman homes, along with a lower-pitched roof and light-blue paint and white trim to match the existing house (Exhibit “D”).

Pursuant to the Yreka Municipal Code (YMC) Section 17.04.056, it is unlawful for any person to construct, change, alter, modify, remove or remodel any improvement, building, structure or sign within the boundaries of a historic district, or of a landmark or improvement upon a landmark site, without first obtaining a permit to do so. The scope of work is limited to the construction of the new accessory metal storage shed, the relocation of an existing shed (within the permitted setbacks), and the associated landscaping; no alterations to the primary single-family residence or any other existing structures on the property are proposed.

Project Location: APN: 053-202-060
The project site is located at 403 Third St., on the northwest corner of Third St. and W. Howard St. Exhibit “A” shows the vicinity and location of the subject property.

Surrounding Conditions and Uses:

The General Plan Land Use Designation of the surrounding properties are as follows:
• North – Historic Downtown and High-Density Residential • South – Historic Downtown
• West – High Density Residential
• East – Historic Downtown and General Commercial
The Zoning Code Designation of the surrounding properties are as follows:
• North – Single-Family Residential (R-1) and High-Density Residential (R-3-12) • South –Single-Family Residential (R-1)
• West – High-Density Residential (R-3-12)
• East – Single-Family Residential (R-1) and Commercial, Professional Office (CPO)
The uses of the surrounding properties are as follows:
• North –Residential Uses
• South –Residential Uses
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• West –Residential Uses
• East – Commercial/Office and Residential Uses
General Plan & City Code Consistency:

The 2002 Yreka General Plan land use designation for the subject property is Historic Downtown. The General Commercial land use designation is intended to support development while maintaining consistency with the historic features currently in existence. The proposed accessory metal storage structure, with the draft conditions of approval, is consistent with the 2002 General Plan land use designation. The subject property is zoned R-1 – Single-Family Residential. The R-1 zoning designation is intended to support residential and compatible uses; an accessory storage structure is a compatible use within the R-1 Zone.

The Proposed Project, with the conditions of approval, is in compliance with the goals and policies laid out with the Yreka General Plan. For example, the proposed project is in compliance with “Goal LU.1 – To maintain flexibility in land use designation and zone districts” and “Goal LU.12 – To protect and preserve the historical resources of the City of Yreka” by submitting a Conditional Use Permit application for the proposed construction to ensure it complies with YMC requirements.

The Proposed Project complies with the applicable development standards within the Yreka Municipal Code. Thus, the approval of this Conditional Use Permit will be consistent with the Yreka Municipal Code.

Required (for Accessory
Buildings)
Proposed Notes
Setbacks, minimum

1. Front: 60 feet Front: ~129 feet Complies. The proposed building meets the front
minimum setback
requirements for the
dwelling.

2. Rear: 5 feet Rear: ~6 feet Complies. The proposed
building meets the rear
minimum rear setback
requirements.

3. Side: 10 feet on one
side and 5 feet on the
other. In the event the
lot is located on a
Interior Side: ~15 feet
Exterior Side: ~30 feet
Complies. The proposed
building meets the
minimum setback
requirements for the
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corner, the interior side
shall be a minimum of
five (5) feet and the
exterior side shall be a
minimum of twenty
(20) feet.
interior and exterior side
setbacks.

Building

1. Maximum Height:
15 feet
Height: ~13 feet Complies. The proposed
building meets the
maximum height
requirements.

Lot Coverage

1. Max. Lot
Coverage: 40%
~23% Complies. The proposed
building meets the
cumulative maximum
lot coverage
requirements.

Environmental Review:

The proposed conditional use was reviewed for environmental compliance under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The proposed project qualifies as a project and is eligible for a Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303 of the CEQA Guidelines.

The Class 3 Categorical Exemption consists of construction and location of limited numbers of new, small facilities or structures; installation of small new equipment and facilities in small structures; and the conversion of existing small structures from one use to another where only minor modifications are made in the exterior of the structure. Specifically, subsection (e) expressly includes "accessory (appurtenant) structures including garages, carports, patios, swimming pools, and fences" as examples of projects that qualify for this exemption.

The proposed project involves the construction of a new accessory metal storage structure to be used strictly for residential storage (household goods, gardening materials, and personal antique furniture). Because the structure is a minor, detached accessory building secondary to an existing single-family residence, it falls squarely within the scope of a Class 3, subsection (e) exemption.

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Findings:

The applicant requests a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to construct an accessory metal storage structure within a designated historic district. Pursuant to Yreka Municipal Code (YMC) Section 16.44.010, the CUP process ensures that unique land uses are appropriately designed for their zoning district and remain compatible with the surrounding neighborhood.

Because the project site is located within a historic district, it is additionally subject to YMC Section 17.04.056, which mandates compliance with the City’s historic preservation standards prior to any construction or structural alteration. By incorporating specific design conditions, including matching the primary residence's paint color, replicating the primary home’s historic window moldings, and installing tree screening, the project ensures full compatibility with the surrounding historic context.

Pursuant to Section 17.04.057(2) and Chapter 16.44 of the Yreka Municipal Code, the City Council must make the following findings to grant a conditional use permit:

1. In the case of any property located within a historic district, the proposed construction, removal, rehabilitation, alteration, remodeling, excavation or exterior alteration conforms with the purposes of this chapter and specifically emphasizes the preservation of architectural styles existing in the area of the city prior to 1910, and secondarily emphasizes other distinct and noteworthy architectural styles reflecting the phases of Yreka's history.

FACT: The primary single-family residence on the property was built in 1878 and features Craftsman architectural styles central to this historic time period. To ensure strict compatibility with this context and satisfy the historic criteria, the proposed project does not alter the exterior of the historic primary residence. Instead, the new accessory structure incorporates specific design treatments to remain subordinate and complementary to the historic site: the metal structure will be painted light blue to match the primary residence, it will feature replicated 3/4-inch historic window moldings, and it will be visually screened by newly planted trees (oaks, birch, maple, and various fruit trees).

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a. The intensity of activity in the district is not such that allowing the larger use will be likely to foreclose the location of other needed neighborhood-servicing uses in the areas:

FACT: The proposed building is an accessory structure located on a residential lot within a historic neighborhood. It will be used strictly for private, non-commercial storage of household goods, antique furniture, and gardening equipment by the property owners.

Because it introduces zero commercial activity or public foot traffic, its intensity of use is low and will not foreclose or impact any neighborhood-servicing uses in the surrounding area.
b. The proposed use will serve the neighborhood, in whole or in significant part, and the nature of the use requires a larger size in order to function:

FACT: The structure serves the neighborhood by allowing the property owners to maintain, secure, and beautify an extensive vegetable, fruit, and flower garden, enhancing the overall local landscape. The 60' x 30' x 13' dimensions are required to functionally accommodate large-scale gardening supplies (e.g., chicken wire, containers, building supplies), yard tools, seasonal decorations, and a personal collection of antique furniture that requires secure, weather-protected storage.
c. The building in which the use is to be located is designed in discrete elements which respect the scale of development in the district:

FACT: Located in the Yreka Historic District, the building utilizes design elements to match the existing primary historic residence, blending it with the neighborhood scale. It features a blue color palette with white trim on the doors and windows to mirror the primary house (Exhibit “D”). To respect the historic district’s aesthetic standards, a ¾- inch molding will be added around the windows to ensure an architectural match with the existing historic home.

3. Such use or feature as proposed will not adversely impact the health, safety, convenience or general welfare of persons residing or working in the vicinity, or injurious to property, improvements or potential development in the vicinity, with respect to aspects including but not limited to the following:
a. The nature of the proposed site, including its size and shape, and the proposed size, shape, and arrangement of structures, so that the subject site is physically suitable for the type, density, and intensity of the use and related structures being proposed:

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and the front property line. This layout provides adequate space to accommodate the 60' x 30' footprint anchored onto a 6" concrete slab. The building will be assembled on-site from pre-fabricated pieces in a manner that requires minimal grading and preserves the existing natural topography. Because the site naturally drains following the frontward slope toward the street, and the new structure maintains a localized footprint that does not disrupt these historical paths or block existing utility easements, natural drainage patterns will remain unimpeded. Furthermore, at 1,800 square feet, the project falls below the city's 2,500-square-foot threshold that triggers formal stormwater management requirements. Finally, a review of the site plan confirms that the new building footprint will bring the total cumulative lot coverage to approximately 23%, which includes the primary house, garage, and relocated shed. This has been verified to comply with the R-1 zone classification, as it sits well below the maximum allowable lot coverage limit of 40%,
demonstrating that the site is physically suitable for the intensity of the proposed structural development.
b. The accessibility and traffic patterns for persons, non-motorized vehicular traffic, and vehicles, the type and volume of such traffic, the adequacy of proposed off-street parking and loading, and of proposed alternatives to off-street parking:

FACT: The structure is strictly for personal storage accessory to the primary residential use. It will generate no additional vehicular trips, delivery traffic, or demand for off-street parking, thereby creating zero impact on existing traffic patterns or neighborhood accessibility. c. The safeguards afforded to prevent noxious or offensive emissions such as noise, glare, dust, and odor:

FACT: There is no electricity proposed for the structure. Consequently, the project guarantees an absence of mechanical noises (except for during construction) and will feature no exterior lighting that could cause glare or shine into neighboring yards. The applicant will not be storing gardening chemicals in the structure, and the personal storage of household goods and yard tools will emit no dust, odor, or noxious emissions.
d. Treatment given, as appropriate, to such aspects as landscaping, screening, open spaces, parking and loading areas, service areas, lighting, and signs:

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neighboring properties. The building will be screened from view by large, fast-growing trees (oaks, birch, maple, and various fruit trees) that match the existing vegetation currently filtering the view from Third St (Exhibit “C”). While the structure may remain partially visible, this landscaping will significantly integrate the building into the neighborhood's existing natural canopy. No commercial signs or service areas are proposed.
e. Will not be injurious to property or improvement in the neighborhood:

FACT: The building will be kept locked and securely closed when not in use to prevent unauthorized access and ensure safety. By storing household goods and gardening tools indoors rather than exposed in the yard, the structure keeps the property clean and orderly, protecting surrounding property values.

4. Such use or feature as proposed will comply with the applicable provisions of this code and will not adversely affect the implementation of the general plan.

FACT: The project proposes a residential accessory structure used exclusively for domestic storage and hobby gardening, which aligns with the residential land use designations of the Yreka General Plan. By maintaining the site’s residential utility and incorporating specific historic design treatments (matching paint, white trim, and ¾-inch window moldings), the project complies with municipal code intent to balance resident utility with historic preservation.

5. Such use or feature are not contrary to the stated purpose of the applicable zoning district, specific plan, development regulations, and performance standards as proposed and will provide development that is in conformity with the stated purpose of the applicable zoning district, specific plan, and planned unit development.

FACT: The stated purpose of the Yreka Historic District is to safeguard the historic and architectural heritage of the neighborhood. While metal storage buildings are generally discouraged in historic zones due to material compatibility, this project achieves conformity through painting the metal exterior a non-reflective blue to match the primary historic home, committing to custom ¾-inch window moldings with white trim, and planting fast-growing trees to screen and break up the profile of the building from the Third St. public view. Painting the building directly mitigates any metallic inconsistency, ensuring the texture and finish are compatible with the historic character of the neighborhood.

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6. That adequate public facilities and services, such as public access, water, sanitation, and public utilities are available to serve the site or will be made available concurrent with the proposed development.

FACT: The proposed accessory building requires no public utilities, water connection, sanitation/sewer services, or electrical hookups to function for the storage of household goods and yard tools. Existing public access via Third St. is entirely adequate, and the structure places no additional demand on municipal public facilities or services.

7. Such use or feature as proposed will not reduce or prevent the expansion of the city's residential unit inventory.

FACT: The construction of this accessory storage building occurs on an already developed residential lot and does not displace an existing housing unit. Furthermore, it does not utilize space configured or designated for potential multi-family development, thereby ensuring that Yreka’s residential unit inventory and capacity for future housing expansion remain unaffected.

Review by Public & Outside Agencies:

Public notice was posted as per Government Code Sections 65090 and 65091, which requires specific posting requirements and noticing to property owners within 300 feet of the proposed development. The notice was mailed June 2nd, 2026, to property owners and posted in the June 10th Siskiyou Daily Newspaper.

The public hearing notice was also posted in front of City Hall beginning June 2nd, 2026.

At the July 21, 2026 public hearing, two public comments were received. The large footprint of the storage building was a concern, and the material of the shed was also a concern. One resident who made public comment expressed concern that the size and material of the building would degrade the character of Yreka’s historic district.

Staff Recommendation:

Staff recommend adoption of the attached resolution approving the proposed project with necessary findings:

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Quality Act (CEQA) at 403 Third Street, Assessor’s Parcel Number 053- 202-060.

Attachments:

1. CCR 2026-27 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Yreka Approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2026-38 for the Construction of an Accessory Storage Structure Within the R-1 (Single-Family Residential) Zone and the Historic Downtown District, and Adoption of a Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) Categorical Exemption Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) at 403 Third Street, Assessor’s Parcel Number 053-202-060.

2. Exhibit “A” – Subject Property Vicinity Map

3. Exhibit “B” – Subject Property Site Plan

4. Exhibit “C” – Subject Property Landscape Plan

5. Exhibit “D” – Subject Property Window Moldings

6. Exhibit “E” – 2026-38 Project Application

7. Exhibit “F” – CEQA Notice of Exemption Form

8. Exhibit “G” – 2026-38 Conditions of Approval
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CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION 2026-27

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YREKA APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2026-38 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN ACCESSORY STORAGE STRUCTURE WITHIN THE R-1 (SINGLE-FAMILY

RESIDENTIAL) ZONE AND THE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN DISTRICT, AND ADOPTION OF A CLASS 3 (NEW CONSTRUCTION OR CONVERSION OF SMALL

STRUCTURES) CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION UNDER THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) AT 403 THIRD STREET, ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NUMBER 053-202-060.

WHEREAS, Jay and Nancy Jones, “Applicant”, have filed an application, on May 18, 2026, for Conditional Use Permit No. 2026-38 to construct an accessory storage structure located at 403 Third St. Yreka, CA 96097 (APN 053-202-060) within the Downtown Historic District (Ref # 72000258); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Title 17 of the Yreka Municipal Code, projects that involve construction within the Downtown Historic District are subject to a Conditional Use Permit to ensure specific design and compatibility standards to ensure the preservation of the city's historical and architectural integrity; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 16.44 of the Yreka Municipal Code requires a Conditional Use Permit application to be heard in a duly noticed public hearing and for the Planning Commission to make necessary findings; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Yreka does not have a necessary quorum, and all public hearings will instead be conducted by the City Council per Section 2.20.020 “Membership Appointment-Terms-Vacancy” of the Yreka Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing to accept public comments and to consider the Project on July 21, 2026 at the City Council regular meeting; and WHEREAS, public notice was posted as per Government Code Sections 65090 and 65091, which requires specific posting requirements and noticing to property owners within 300 feet of the proposed development; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Yreka does hereby determine the following:

Section 1. The factual data submitted and stated at the July 21, 2026, and August 4, 2026, Regular City Council meetings are true and correct.

Section 2. The City Council determines that the Project is Categorically Exempt per Class 3 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) subsection (e) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.

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Section 3. The City Council finds that based upon the entire record, pursuant to Section

17.04.057(2) and Section 16.44.040 of the Yreka Municipal Code, all of the following findings can be made.

2. The proposed use or feature, at the size and intensity contemplated and at the proposed location, will provide a development that is necessary or desirable for, and compatible with, the transportation and service facilities, the neighborhood, and the community. a. The intensity of activity in the district is not such that allowing the larger use will be likely to foreclose the location of other needed neighborhood-servicing uses in the areas:

FACT: The proposed building is an accessory structure located on a residential lot within a historic neighborhood. It will be used strictly for private, noncommercial storage of household goods, antique furniture, and gardening equipment by the property owners. Because it introduces zero commercial activity or public foot traffic, its intensity of use is low and will not foreclose or impact any neighborhood-servicing uses in the surrounding area. b. The proposed use will serve the neighborhood, in whole or in significant part, and the nature of the use requires a larger size in order to function:

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FACT: Located in the Yreka Historic District, the building utilizes design elements to match the existing primary historic residence, blending it with the neighborhood scale. It features a blue color palette with white trim on the doors and windows to mirror the primary house (Exhibit “D”). To respect the historic district’s aesthetic standards, a ¾-inch molding will be added around the windows to ensure an architectural match with the existing historic home.

FACT: The residential parcel features a flat topography with a minor slope that does not exceed 3% and runs toward the primary house and the front property line. This layout provides adequate space to accommodate the 60' x 30' footprint anchored onto a 6" concrete slab. The building will be assembled on-site from pre-fabricated pieces in a manner that requires minimal grading and preserves the existing natural topography. Because the site naturally drains following the frontward slope toward the street, and the new structure maintains a localized footprint that does not disrupt these historical paths or block existing utility easements, natural drainage patterns will remain unimpeded. Furthermore, at 1,800 square feet, the project falls below the city's 2,500-square-foot threshold that triggers formal stormwater management requirements. Finally, a review of the site plan confirms that the new building footprint will bring the total cumulative lot coverage to approximately 23%, which includes the primary house, garage, and relocated shed. This has been verified to comply with the R-1 zone classification, as it sits well below the maximum allowable lot coverage limit of 40%, demonstrating that the site is physically suitable for the intensity of the proposed structural development.
b. The accessibility and traffic patterns for persons, non-motorized vehicular traffic, and vehicles, the type and volume of such traffic, the adequacy of proposed offstreet parking and loading, and of proposed alternatives to off-street parking:

FACT: The structure is strictly for personal storage accessory to the primary residential use. It will generate no additional vehicular trips, delivery traffic, or demand for off-street parking, thereby creating zero impact on existing traffic patterns or neighborhood accessibility.
c. The safeguards afforded to prevent noxious or offensive emissions such as noise, glare, dust, and odor:

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into neighboring yards. The applicant will not be storing gardening chemicals in the structure, and the personal storage of household goods and yard tools will emit no dust, odor, or noxious emissions.
d. Treatment given, as appropriate, to such aspects as landscaping, screening, open spaces, parking and loading areas, service areas, lighting, and signs:

FACT: Visual screening will be implemented to soften the appearance of the structure from the public right-of-way and neighboring properties. The building will be screened from view by large, fast-growing trees (oaks, birch, maple, and various fruit trees) that match the existing vegetation currently filtering the view from Third St (Exhibit “C”). While the structure may remain partially visible, this landscaping will significantly integrate the building into the neighborhood's existing natural canopy. No commercial signs or service areas are proposed. e. Will not be injurious to property or improvement in the neighborhood:

4. Such use or feature as proposed will comply with the applicable provisions of this code and will not adversely affect the implementation of the general plan.

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goods and yard tools. Existing public access via Third St. is entirely adequate, and the structure places no additional demand on municipal public facilities or services.

7. Such use or feature as proposed will not reduce or prevent the expansion of the city's residential unit inventory.

Section 5. The City Council approves the proposed project subject to the following conditions:

1. Pursuant to Section 16.44.070 of the YMC, a conditional use permit is lapse and automatically revoked and terminated if not used within one year from the date of approval, or in the event the use permitted is abandoned or not utilized for a period of one year. Upon submission of a written request prior to termination of the use permit, the Planning Director shall have the discretion to extend the conditional use permit for a period of one year or less.

2. A Conditional Use Permit granted in accordance with the terms of this title may be revoked if any condition or term of such permit is violated or if any law or ordinance is violated in connection therewith, or if the Planning Agency finds that the continuance of the conditional use permit will endanger the public health, safety or welfare.

3. A request for minor changes in conditions of approval of a conditional use permit may be approved by the Planning Director. The definition of a “minor” change includes changes to the timing of implementation or slight adjustments to the post-construction site stabilization.

4. A request for major changes in conditions of approval of a conditional use permit shall be treated as a new application. The definition of a “major” change includes the following, any change that adversely impacts the overall traffic flow on or around the property, any change that would exceed the capacity of public facilities and services, any change that alters the scope to include new construction or impacts the historical integrity of the remaining primary structures, or a change that would conflict with the findings prescribed in Section 16.44.040.

5. The project shall be developed and maintained strictly in accordance with the site plan on file (Exhibit “B”). This approval is limited to the installation of a 60' x 30' x 13' accessory metal storage structure anchored onto a 6-inch concrete slab and does not authorize the alteration or demolition of any primary historic structures on the property. The structure must be assembled from pre-fabricated pieces in a manner that does not alter natural topography, disrupt natural drainage patterns, or encroach upon any existing utility easements. Minor modifications to the site plan may be permitted by the Planning Director Yreka City Council Agenda
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upon a showing of good cause, or as required by the Building Department during the plan check process.

6. The structure shall be used strictly for private, non-commercial storage of household goods, antique furniture, and gardening equipment by the property owners. Commercial retail, commercial storage, workshops for public use, and public foot traffic are strictly prohibited. Electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and other building improvements are permitted for private use, subject to the review, approval, and issuance of standard building permits in compliance with all applicable building codes.

7. The storage of hazardous materials is permitted strictly for private, residential maintenance use. Any such storage must comply with Siskiyou County Hazardous Materials Management (CUPA) regulations, the California Fire Code, and all applicable local regulations.

8. To ensure compatibility with the Yreka Historic District, construction must strictly adhere to the design elements proposed in the project application dated May 18, 2026 (Exhibit “E”):
a. The exterior metal siding must be painted a non-reflective blue with white trim on the doors and windows to match the primary historic residence. b. A custom 3/4-inch molding must be installed around all windows to ensure an architectural match with the primary historic home.
c. The painted surface, trim, and doors shall be regularly maintained to prevent peeling, rusting, or fading.

9. Prior to final building inspection, the applicant shall install the approved visual screening to soften the appearance of the structure from the Third St. public right-of-way and adjacent properties. The property owner is responsible for the ongoing maintenance and watering of this vegetation; any dead or diseased screening trees must be replaced within 30 days.

10. The Applicant shall be responsible for obtaining a Building Permit from the Building Department prior to construction. All construction work must comply with the California Building Code (CBC), Yreka Municipal Code standards regarding the Historic District, and the conditions of this approval.

11. During assembly and construction, the applicant shall implement standard safeguards to prevent offensive noise, glare, dust, and vibration. Construction activities and deliveries shall be strictly limited to 7am – 7pm Monday through Friday to minimize impacts on the surrounding residential neighborhood.

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12. The structure shall remain locked and securely closed when not in use to prevent unauthorized access. All tools, building materials, and yard equipment must be stored entirely indoors.

13. To the extent permitted by law, the project applicant shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its City Council, its officers, boards, commissions, employees, and agents from and against any claim (including claims for attorney fees), action or proceedings bought by a third party against the indemnified parties and/or the project applicant to attack, set aside, or void the approval of the project or any permit authorized hereby for the project, including (without limitation) reimbursing the City its attorney fees and costs incurred in defense of the litigation. The City may, in its sole discretion, elect to defend any such action with attorneys of its choice.

Section 6. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.

The foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council on August 4, 2026 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
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Colleen Baker, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Cyndy Prohaska, City Clerk
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Exhibit "A"
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Subject: Project Description
To: [email protected] <[email protected]>]
From Alia Roca Lezra <[email protected]>
Date: Fri, May 1 5, 2026 at 1 :36 PM
Hi Nancy and Jay,
Can you please provide a detailed project narrative that addresses the following questions, I know we have discussed many of them in person, but I will need them in writing as part of your application:

Purpose and Use: Describe what will be stored inside the container (e.g., household goods, yard tools, seasonal decorations).

Note: The container cannot be used for commercial storage, as a garage, a business, or as a living space/habitable room.

Dimensions and Appearance: State the size of the container (length, width, and height). Describe its appearance, including the material, color, and whether you plan to paint or finish it to match your home, and a description of your proposed window mouldings.

Installation and Foundation: Explain how the container will be brought onto the property. Describe the foundation it will sit on and confirm that it will not disrupt natural drainage or block any utility easements.

Nuisance and Safety Control: Confirm that the container will not include any exterior lighting that shines onto neighboring yards, will not have any mechanical/refrigeration units that cause noise, and will be securely locked to ensure safety.

Visual Screening: Will the container be screened from the view of neighboring properties and the public street? If so, please describe the screening materials.

Please let me know if you have any questions. and have a wonderful weekend! Alia Roca Lezra (she/her)
City of Yreka I Planning Manager
701 4th St., Yreka, CA 96097
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(530) 841-2212
Streamlined building permits and pre-approved ADU plans are now available. Visit the City of Yreka website to get started.

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• Project Description for 403 3rd St
1) Purpose and use:

Building will be used for storage of household goods, yard tools, seasonal decorations and gardening accessories, such as chicken wire, containers, building supplies, and things of that nature.

We are avid gardeners and one of our hobbies is to beautify the landscaping on our whole property and to have an extensive vegetable, fruit and flower garden.

The building will also be used to store some of our antique furniture that we have been collecting through the years.
2) Dimensions and Appearance
The dimensions of the building are: 60' x 30 ' x13' high. The construction material is metal, and will be anchored onto a 6" concrete slab. The color of the building is Blue, matching the house, with white trim on the doors and the windows, matching the house as well
If required, we will add 3.4" molding around the building windows to perfectly match the house.
3) Installation and Foundation
The building will be brought onto the property in pieces and assembled onto the concrete slab and will not disrupt natural drainage or block any utility easements. 4) Nuisance and Safety ControlThe building will not have any exterior lighting shining into yards of neighbors, or have any mechanical noises, such as refrigeration, or the like, as there will be no electricity at the building site. The building will be locked and secured at an times to insure safety .
5) Visual screening The building will be screened from the view of the public street and neighboring properties by large and fast growing trees, matching the trees which already block the view from 3rd St.

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Statutory Exemptions. State code number:
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Print Form
Notice of Exemption Appendix E
To: Office of Planning and Research From: (Public Agency): ____________________________ P.O. Box 3044, Room 113 _______________________________________________ Sacramento, CA 95812-3044 County Clerk
(Address)
___________________________
___________________________
County of: __________________
Project Title: ____________________________________________________________________________ Project Applicant: ________________________________________________________________________ Project Location - Specific:

Project Location - City: ______________________ Project Location - County:

Description of Nature, Purpose and Beneficiaries of Project:
_____________________
Name of Public Agency Approving Project: _____________________________________________________ Name of Person or Agency Carrying Out Project: ________________________________________________ Exempt Status: (check one):

Ministerial (Sec. 21080(b)(1); 15268);
Declared Emergency (Sec. 21080(b)(3); 15269(a));
Emergency Project (Sec. 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)(c));
Reasons why project is exempt:

Lead Agency
Contact Person: ____________________________ Area Code/Telephone/Extension: _______________ If filed by applicant:
Attach certified document of exemption finding.
Has a Notice of Exemption been filed by the public agency approving the project? Yes No Signature: ____________________________ Date:
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Authority cited: Sections 21083 and 21110, Public Resources Code. Date Received for filing at OPR:

Reference: Sections 21108, 21152, and 21152.1, Public Resources Code. _______________
Categorical Exemption. State type and section number: ____________________________________ ______________________________________________
______________ Title: _______________________
Revised 2011
City of Yreka
Planning Department
701 4th St., Yreka CA 96097
Siskiyou
2026-38 Jones Conditional Use Permit
Jay and Nancy Jones
403 Third Street, Yreka, CA, Assessors Parcel Number (APN) 053-202-060 Yreka Siskiyou
The Applicant proposes to construct an accessory metal storage structure on the subject property located at 403 Third Street, Yreka, CA. The proposed structure will be utilized for the storage of household goods, gardening materials, and the applicant’s personal collection of antique furniture. Additionally, the scope of work includes planting trees (oaks, birch, maple, and various fruit trees) adjacent to the structure, which will serve as a visual screening element.

City of Yreka
Jay and Nancy Jones, Project Applicants
X 15303(e) - New Construction/Conversion of Small Structures The proposed project involves the construction of a new accessory metal storage structure to be used strictly for residential storage (household goods, gardening materials, and personal antique furniture). Because the structure is a minor, detached accessory building secondary to an existing single-family residence, it falls squarely within the scope of a Class 3, subsection (e) exemption.

Alia Roca Lezra 530-841-2212
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CITY OF YREKA

JONES CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT

DRAFT/FINAL CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
APPLICANT: JAY & NANCY JONES
SITUS ADDRESS: 403 3rd ST., YREKA, CA 96097
ASSESSOR’S PARCEL NUMBER: 053-202-060
In accordance with the application marked Exhibit “E”, submitted May 18, 2026, the City of Yreka hereby approves the Conditional Use Permit, herein referred to as the “Project”. The Project includes the construction of an accessory metal storage shed at the above address within the historic district. The project approval includes the following conditions:

The Project is subject to full compliance with the following conditions:

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12. The structure shall remain locked and securely closed when not in use to prevent unauthorized access. All tools, building materials, and yard equipment must be stored entirely indoors.

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APPLICANTS AND PROPERTY OWNERS – JAY & NANCY JONES
______________________________
Signature
_____________________________ _______________________
Print Name Date
______________________________
Signature
_____________________________ _______________________
Print Name Date
Attachment:

A. Application Materials
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA MEMORANDUM
TO: Yreka City Council
FROM:

PREPARED BY:

Jerry Lemos, Fire Chief
Jerry Lemos, Fire Chief
AGENDA TITLE: Discussion/Possible Action: Approve a Length of Service Award for Yreka Fire Department Volunteer Firefighters
MEETING DATE: August 4, 2026
Discussion:

In 1971, the Yreka Volunteer Fire Department instituted a program through ordinance

2.28.180 of the Yreka City Municipal Code called the Fire department advisory board.

This was a program wherein the volunteer firefighters with 20 years of service were provided with a monetary award available at age 60 for ten years as approved by the City Council. The award was intended to be a retention tool to keep experienced firefighters on the roster and it has been extremely effective in that regard. Last year, this program was terminated by a vote of the City Council after a second reading of the Ordinance creating the new “Yreka Fire Department” (August 5, 2025) Referring to the attached copy of Ordinance 2.28.180, Fire department advisory board, there were no stipulations placed on advisory board members for attendance at board meetings, only to be subject to call for consultation by the YVFD Board of Directors or the Chief Engineer. It is noteworthy that the Ordinance name was not capitalized, which would seem to indicate a more generic nature; it was created simply as a vehicle to provide payment of the 10-year award.

This unique program was ahead of its time and was used to encourage experienced firefighters to stay on the department at least 20 years, to utilize and benefit from their experience and institutional knowledge. Additionally, these seasoned firefighters are vital to providing leadership to young firefighters. These characteristics are invaluable to a volunteer and combination department (paid and volunteer) which was recently established last August.

The program, as it was intended, has seen many firefighters stay on as active members in the department for 20, 30, 40 and even 50 years. The cost savings realized by having volunteer firefighters for so many years far exceeds the costs associated with a length of Yreka City Council Agenda
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service Award. Other similar programs do exist; however, they are generally not accepting new fire departments, and is much more expensive with estimates upwards of $50,000 per member to start. By keeping a locally administered longevity program for our volunteers, as previously administered by the City, we can achieve the goal of keeping veteran firefighters on the department at a much lower cost.

Fiscal Impact:
$10,000-$12,000 annually (will vary with eligibility and age, based on the most recent award at $125 per month. Currently there are 7 eligible members and 4 potentially that will become eligible over the next several years. Please refer to the attached spreadsheet listing the 7 eligible members currently having a vested interest in the program; 2 others approaching 20 years of service)
Recommendation and Requested Action:

That the Council Approve a Firefighter Length of Service Award for eligible members at age 60 or older and continuing for 10 years at an amount set by the City Council, to be administered by the City of Yreka.

Approved by: __________________________________
Will Ibershof, City Manager
Attachments:
• List of Eligible Members
• Minutes from the November 18, 2025, City Council meeting where city staff was directed to research the feasibility of a length of service award and to bring findings back to council prior to August 30, 2026.

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LIST OF ELIGIBLE MEMBERS

YREKA FIRE DEPARTMENT

NAME YEARS IN
DEPT.

BIRTH YEAR STIPENDS REMAINING
(Months)
Churchill, Tres 27+ 1966 120
Dean, Rick 25 1962 120
Goyeneche,
Robert
27+ 1972 120 (not 60 years old yet.
eligible in 2032)
Laustalot, BJ 26 1978 120 (not 60 years old yet.
eligible in 2038)
Lemos, Jerry 32 1964 120
Mallory, Mike 25y 10mo. 1958 42 (started 13 months late) Pope, Tim 20 1960 115
Shaw, Tim 21 1956 71
White, Phil 20 1964 120
Girdner, Will 18 1987 Not eligible until 2047
Bigler, Rusty 18 1983 Not eligible until 2043
*7 members currently eligible
*2 active members vested
*2 members eligible several years in the future
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