Yreka public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council is holding an emergency meeting to conduct a closed session regarding public employee recruitment. The specific position affected is the City Manager.

• Closed session discussion on City Manager recruitment

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly adopt a resolution to censure Council Member Paul McCoy. The proposed action is a formal reprimand regarding conduct and adherence to the City Council Code of Conduct.

• Proposed resolution to censure Council Member Paul McCoy

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new ordinance for shopping cart control and review the city's 2002 Code of Conduct. The body will also consider street closures for the 2022 Art Hops and the appointment of a volunteer firefighter.

• Introduction and first reading of a Shopping Cart Control ordinance (Chapter 5.25)
• Resolution for street closures for '2022 Art Hops' special events
• Appointment of Joshua Stanshaw to the Yreka Volunteer Fire Department
• Waiver for employment of a relative of a Council member
• Closed session regarding the Carnegie Building at 412 W. Miner Street

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting featuring a closed session to discuss public employment. The primary focus of the session is the recruitment of a City Manager.

• Closed session regarding City Manager recruitment

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss a construction contract for water system improvements on Main Street and a professional services agreement for the General Plan Housing Element Update. The body will also reconsider funding for the S. Foothill Drive Cleanup Project.

• Construction contract for Main Street Water System Improvements Project with Allen Gill Construction, Inc. for $4,356,095
• Professional Services Agreement with Planwest Partners, Inc. for the 2022-2030 General Plan Housing Element Update
• Reconsideration of Resolution 2021-47 for S. Foothill Drive Cleanup Project including $125,000 supplemental appropriation
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855 (Covid-19)
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinance #864 (Fireworks)

City Council

The City Council will discuss awarding several construction contracts for water infrastructure and road work. The body will also consider police department hiring exemptions and equipment purchases, as well as Planning Commission appointments.

• Construction contract for E. Lennox Street Water Line Replacement and WTP Filter Improvements to SnL Group, Inc. for $2,915,900.00
• Construction contract for 2021 Chipseal Project to Advantage Paving & Excavating, Inc. for $222,999.10
• Supplemental appropriation of $125,000 for the S. Foothill Drive Cleanup Project
• Police Department request to exempt a candidate from the city nepotism policy
• Authorization for the Police Department to purchase new rifles

City Council

The City Council will review a proposed ordinance to regulate how retail establishments manage and retrieve shopping carts. The council will also hold closed sessions regarding water rights, property negotiations for the Carnegie Building, and existing litigation.

• Discussion of Shopping Cart Control Ordinance (Title 5 amendment)
• Closed session: Consultation regarding Water Rights
• Closed session: Negotiation for Carnegie Building at 412 W. Miner Street
• Closed session: Code of Conduct Review
• Closed session: Welch v. City of Yreka litigation

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the Flood Hazard Reduction (FHR) Project. The discussion focuses on floodplain restoration to reduce flood damage in Yreka.

• Discussion of Flood Hazard Reduction (FHR) Project
• Review of North Reach restoration (Hwy 3/Casa Ramos to Lennox St)
• Review of Central Reach restoration (Greenway Visitor Center/County Museum/KNF Service Center, Main St)
• Review of South Reach purchase (Oberlin Road-Greenhorn Creek)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and possibly adopt the budgets for fiscal years ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2023. The meeting includes decisions on employee pay schedules, job classifications, and public works agreements.

• Adoption of budgets for fiscal years ending June 30, 2022, and June 30, 2023
• Agreement with Siskiyou Sanitary Services for portable toilets at homeless encampments ($10,000 per year for FY21-22 and FY22-23)
• Increase of Yreka Volunteer Fire Department call out stipend from $12.50 to $13.50 per response
• Approval of work plan and expenses for Urban Campsite at 410 Foothill Dr.
• Resolution to allow installation of banners on Fairlane Road

City Council

The City Council will discuss the proposed bi-annual budget for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23. The budget narrative indicates projected general operating fund revenue gaps of $543,567 for 2021-22 and $380,448 for 2022-23.

• Proposed bi-annual budget for FY 21-22 and 22-23
• Planned use of just under $1.8 million in ARPA allocation
• Pension aggregate payments of $618,217 (2021-22) and $838,249 (2022-23)
• Application for $250,000 planning grant for a new Fire Station
• Application for nearly $8 million Prop. 68 Parks and Recreation Grant for an aquatics complex

City Council

The City Council will discuss events, tourism, and business services. The North Siskiyou Chamber is requesting $10,000 in funding for two upcoming community events.

• Funding request of $5,000 for the Holiday Parade / Night of Lights
• Funding request of $5,000 for the Person of the Year Event
• Discussion on division of marketing duties between Discover Siskiyou and North Siskiyou Chamber
• Job Fair scheduled for 9/23 at Old Yreka HS Gym
• Community Vision Summit planned for mid-to-late October

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss options for beautifying Main Street (Highway 3) with Caltrans. The session focuses on aesthetic improvements for the roadway.

• Discussion with Caltrans regarding beautification options for Main Street (Highway 3)

City Council

The Yreka City Council will discuss awarding a construction contract for the Main Street Sewer Interceptor Project. The body is also reviewing personnel policies, the Chief of Police classification, and the city's strategic plan.

• Construction contract for Main Street Sewer Interceptor Project with SnL Group, Inc. for $4,225,595
• Professional Services Agreement with Liebert Cassidy and Whitmore for personnel policy review for an estimated $12,000
• Updating the classification description for the Chief of Police position
• Post-retirement employment agreement for Michael Moore
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinances #855 (Covid-19) and #864 (Fireworks)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the location of temporary alternate sites for homeless encampments. This includes a review of the current lease and facilities at 1500 Mill Road, as well as a status update on a permanent site.

• Discussion of temporary alternate sites for homeless encampments
• Review of lease and facilities at 1500 Mill Road
• Status update on permanent site for homeless encampments

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new shopping cart control ordinance and the recruitment of a Police Chief. The body is also considering a cost-sharing agreement with the Karuk Tribe for chipseal work on city streets.

• Proposed ordinance to amend Yreka Municipal Code Title 5 regarding shopping cart control
• Memorandum of Agreement with the Karuk Tribe to share chipseal project work and costs
• Authorization for Interim City Manager to execute agreement for Police Chief recruitment
• Resolution for Siskiyou Scenic Bicycle Tour (May 6-7, 2022)
• Resolution for Yreka Union High School Cross Country Meets

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss and potentially provide direction on the City Project list. The meeting also includes a consent calendar item to approve minutes from a July 22, 2021, special meeting.

• Review and update of City Project list by City Manager and Department Heads

City Council

The City Council will review a report on potential locations for temporary homeless encampments to move residents out of high fire danger areas. The body will also review lease information for city property located at 1500 Mill Road.

• Report on temporary homeless encampment sites, including the Oberlin Trailhead, old Pine Mountain Lumber Company, and a site off Sharps Road
• Review of lease and facilities for city property at 1500 Mill Road
• Update on permanent homeless shelter on Foothill Drive expected in 2022

City Council

The City Council will consider joining a coalition with the City of Montague and the Montague Irrigation District. They will also discuss authorizing documents for the Community Wildfire Protection Plan.

• Environmental Restoration Strategy Authority coalition request
• Community Wildfire Protection Plan authorization
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855 regarding fireworks restrictions
• Approval of payments issued June 28 through July 11, 2021

City Council

The Yreka City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the location of temporary alternate sites for homeless encampments.

• Discussion and possible action regarding temporary alternate sites for homeless encampments

City Council

The City Council is discussing the authorization of the Mayor and Fire Chief to sign documents for the Community Wildfire Protection Plan. The body is also reviewing several administrative agreements and local ordinances.

• Community Wildfire Protection Plan submitted by Yreka Area Fire Safe Council
• Proposed 'No Parking' signs adjacent to vacant land at Campus Drive and 4H Way
• Memorandum of Understanding between Yreka Police, Animal Control, and Siskiyou County Department of Agriculture
• Proposed agreement with Siskiyou Media Council
• Waiver for employment of a family member per Municipal Code 02.50.020

City Council

The Yreka City Council has cancelled its meeting scheduled for July 1, 2021. The body will meet next on July 6, 2021.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss and possibly adopt an urgency ordinance declaring a local emergency. This action is proposed to delay the sale and use of fireworks due to public safety threats from the Lava Fire and a shortage of local fire suppression resources.

• Proposed urgency ordinance to delay sale and use of fireworks
• Declaration of a local emergency related to the Lava Fire

City Council

The City Council is considering potential locations for temporary urban campgrounds to move individuals away from high fire danger areas. Discussion includes a city-owned parcel on South Foothill Drive and the Oberlin Trailhead of the Yreka Creek Greenway.

• Discussion of a city-owned site next to Beacon of Hope's shelter on South Foothill Drive
• Review of the Oberlin Trailhead at Yreka Creek Greenway as a temporary camp location
• Evaluation of the Yreka City Yard on Highway 263 and a site off Deer Creek Road

City Council

The City Council will discuss accepting allocation funds and terms for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021. The body will also continue discussions regarding alternate locations for homeless encampments.

• Resolution to accept American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allocation funds and terms
• Discussion of homeless encampment sites near Oberlin Road and the Greenway

City Council

The City Council will consider several zoning code amendments regarding mobile vendors and fence heights. The agenda also includes discussions on water management plans, fire department compensation, and the appointment of an interim City Manager.

• Ordinance #862: Zoning amendment for sales from vehicles, trailers, or mobile units
• Ordinance #863: Zoning amendment regarding fencing, walls, hedges, and screen planting
• Adoption of the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan Update
• Authorization of expenditures prior to adoption of the fiscal year budget
• Employment agreement for interim City Manager Randy L Johnsen

City Council

The City Council will interview Avery and Associates to determine if the firm should be engaged to recruit a new city manager. The council will also meet in closed session to discuss public employment and anticipated litigation.

• Proposed contract with Avery and Associates: $17,400 fee and up to $6,000 in expenses
• Closed session regarding City Manager recruitment
• Closed session regarding one case of anticipated litigation

City Council

The Yreka City Council will meet to discuss and possibly take action regarding the location of alternate sites for homeless encampments. The meeting includes a period for public comments.

• Discussion/possible action: Location of alternate sites for homeless encampments

City Council

The City Council will consider budget allocations for community theatre HVAC and nuisance abatement. The body is also reviewing zoning code amendments regarding mobile units and fence heights, as well as several personnel and financing agreements.

• Proposed $230,000 capital outlay for Community Theatre HVAC Project
• Proposed $100,000 supplemental appropriation for nuisance abatement
• Ordinance #862 regarding sales from vehicles, trailers, or mobile units
• Ordinance #863 regarding fencing, walls, hedges, and screen planting
• Payoff of Clean Water State Revolving Fund agreement for $149,902.99

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters. The session includes the recruitment of a City Manager and a conference with legal counsel regarding the initiation of one litigation case.

• Public employee recruitment for the City Manager position
• Conference with legal counsel regarding the initiation of one litigation case

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a special workshop to discuss the budget. No other specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Budget Workshop

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a special closed session to discuss public employment and legal matters. The session includes the recruitment of a City Manager and the initiation of one undisclosed litigation case.

• Recruitment for the position of City Manager
• Initiation of one litigation case

City Council

The City Council is considering authorizing competitive bids for construction on several utility improvement projects. The body will also discuss an agreement with the Siskiyou Media Council for government television operations.

• Main Street (Highway 3) Sewer Interceptor Project competitive bids
• Yreka Main Street Water System Improvement Project competitive bids
• E. Lennox Street Water Line Replacement and WTP Filter Improvements Project competitive bids
• Agreement with Siskiyou Media Council for Public, Educational Government Television Channel
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855

City Council

The City Council called a special meeting to enter a closed session. The body is discussing the recruitment of a City Manager.

• Closed session regarding City Manager recruitment

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a special closed session to discuss legal and personnel matters. No public business is scheduled for decision during this meeting.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
• Discussion regarding public employment for the City Manager

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a $300,000 supplemental appropriation for chipseal work on streets. Other topics include designating gate locking times for Greenhorn Park and approving a consultant agreement for the Main Street Sewer Interceptor Improvement Project.

• $300,000 supplemental appropriation to the Streets budget for chipseal work
• Consultant agreement with Weist Law Firm for Main Street Sewer Interceptor Improvement Project
• Designation of specific gate locking times for Upper and Lower Greenhorn Park
• Amended Transportation Claim for the FY 2020/2021 Local Transportation Fund
• Resolution regarding North Freeway Interchange Signage Area

City Council

The City Council is conducting a workshop to discuss various aspects of the Highway 3 Construction Project. The session will also include a closed session regarding a police officer's employment.

• Highway 3 Construction Project: construction schedule, geometrics, and utility relocation
• Highway 3 Construction Project: impacts to businesses, bus stop locations, and pedestrian lighting
• Highway 3 Construction Project: budget impacts to the city
• Closed session regarding public employee discipline/dismissal/release for a police officer

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a special closed session to discuss personnel and legal matters. No public business is scheduled for decision.

• Closed session regarding public employment for the City Manager
• Closed session with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

City Council

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss one potential litigation matter and a public employment matter regarding the City Manager position.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation
• Discussion of City Manager employment

City Council

The City Council will discuss approving a CDBG FY 2021 grant application for a planning study for a new Yreka Volunteer Fire Department station. The body is also considering the reopening of city recreational services and a supplemental appropriation for youth programs.

• Planning Grant application for a new Yreka Volunteer Fire Department station
• Supplemental appropriation of $6,860 for Summer 2021 Yreka Swim and Activity Program
• Reopening of Park, Community Center, and Community Theater reservations
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855
• Ratification of payments issued from March 29, 2021 through April 11, 2021

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss strategies for future city investments in tourism, business services, and special events. Staff suggested soliciting letters of interest from groups capable of providing these services.

• Discussion of special events including Holiday Parade and Night of Lights
• Discussion of business services including training seminars and workshops
• Discussion of tourism efforts including social media and brochures

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss financial obligations, including a potential pension trust contribution and a transportation claim. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a planning grant for a new fire station.

• Possible $2,000,000 contribution to the California Employers Prepaid Pension Trust Account
• Public hearing for a planning grant for a new Yreka Volunteer Fire Department station
• Updating the City’s Development Impact Fee Phased in Implementation Plan
• Establishing an Advance Hire Policy
• Employment of a Grant Fiscal Compliance Manager

City Council

The City Council will conduct a virtual public hearing to adopt resolutions for CDBG-CV2-3 grant applications. The body will also hear community comments regarding 2021 CDBG program funding. Other business includes a potential appointment to the volunteer fire department and the continuation of an urgency ordinance.

• Public hearing for CDBG-CV2-3 NOFA grant applications
• Appointment of Rena R. McBride to the Yreka Volunteer Fire Department
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855
• Closed session regarding Northwest Paving, Inc Vs. City of Yreka (CVCV 19-1372)

City Council

The City Council is meeting via teleconference to conduct a closed session. The session concerns a personnel matter regarding a police officer.

• Closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release for a Police Officer

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to consider potential programs for the Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CDBG-CV) application. The body will provide direction to staff on activities intended to benefit low- and moderate-income residents.

• Microenterprise Assistance: Forgivable loans/grants up to $20,000 for businesses with fewer than 5 employees
• Subsistence Payments: Up to 3 months of utility, mortgage, or broadband assistance for Siskiyou residents
• Food Bank Assistance: Supplemental food distribution at various locations including Yreka CRC
• CDBG-CV2 and CV3 funding: State-level funds totaling $113,263,490 and $18,031,478 respectively

City Council

The City Council will discuss whether to increase development impact fees from 50% to 100% using either a moderately aggressive or slower approach. The body will also consider fee credits and rates specifically for the courthouse project.

• Evaluation of increasing development impact fees from 50% to 100%
• Discussion of structure credit and 50% rate for the courthouse project
• Resolution to approve the destruction of certain Yreka Police Department records
• Approval of requests for the Siskiyou Scenic Bicycle Tour on April 30 and May 1, 2021
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855

City Council

The City Council will consider several financial and infrastructure items, including a lease for fire apparatus and a citywide drainage plan. The meeting also includes discussions on park grant applications and coronavirus procedures for community facilities.

• Lease financing from US Bank for the Pierce Water Tender Fire Apparatus
• Resolution for Yreka City Pool Project statewide grant application
• $60,000 supplemental budget revision for a drainage master plan update
• Professional services agreement with NCE for citywide drainage updates
• Contract addendum with Smith and Newell for audit services

City Council

The City Council is convening a special meeting consisting of a closed session. The primary purpose of the session is to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager.

• Performance evaluation of the City Manager

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to review a presentation on the stormwater drainage system. Members will also discuss and potentially provide direction regarding Development Impact Fees (DIF).

• Presentation and discussion of Stormwater Drainage system by Jason Drew, NCE
• Discussion and possible direction on Development Impact Fees (DIF)
• Proposed close out of stormwater work authorizations with approximately $15,000 remaining in budgets

City Council

The City Council will consider an amendment to the California Public Employees’ Retirement System contract and the continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855. The body will also hold a public meeting regarding Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Response funding applications.

• Public meeting for Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Response Rounds 2 and 3 (CDBG-CV2-3) funding applications
• Possible adoption of an ordinance amending the contract with the California Public Employees’ Retirement System
• Possible action on the continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855
• Possible appointment of Robert P. Goyeneche and Lawrence R. Morris to the Yreka Volunteer Fire Department
• Information item on the County of Siskiyou Public Health Department COVID-19 Vaccination Distribution Plan

City Council

The City Council will consider appointments to the Yreka Volunteer Fire Department and a contract amendment regarding CalPERS. The agenda also includes a potential public meeting for Community Development Block Grant coronavirus response funding.

• Appointment of Robert P. Goyeneche and Lawrence R. Morris to the Yreka Volunteer Fire Department
• Amendment to the contract between the City of Yreka and the California Public Employees’ Retirement System
• Public meeting regarding Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus Response Rounds 2 and 3 funding applications
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855

City Council

The City Council will discuss authorizing a consultant agreement for the Yreka Volunteer Fire Department's new fire station project. The body will also consider street closures for the 2021 Art Hops and the continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855.

• Consultant agreement with Adams Ashby Group for Yreka Volunteer Fire Department grant writing
• Acquisition of equipment for the Yreka Volunteer Fire
• Street closures for the 2021 Art Hops special event
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855
• Ratification of payments issued Jan 1 to Jan 10 totaling $453,725.88

City Council

The City Council will discuss authorizing a consultant agreement for a new fire station project and acquiring equipment for the Yreka Volunteer Fire department. The body will also consider street closures for the 2021 Art Hops and the continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855.

• Consultant agreement with Adams Ashby Group for Yreka Volunteer Fire Department grant writing
• Acquisition of equipment for the Yreka Volunteer Fire
• Street closures for the 2021 Art Hops
• Continuation of Urgency Ordinance #855
• Ratification of payments issued January 1, 2021 through January 10, 2020

City Council

The City Council is convening for a special meeting primarily to conduct a closed session. The session will focus on the performance evaluation of the City Manager.

• Closed session for Public Employee Performance Evaluation (City Manager)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss amending the city's CalPERS contract to include Fire Safety benefits. The body will also consider a comprehensive pay schedule for all employees and elected officials.

• Public hearing on modifying CalPERS retirement contract to include PEPRA Fire – Safety 2.7% at 57 formula
• Adoption of a Comprehensive Pay Schedule for all full-time, part-time employees, and elected officials
• Resolution to declare Yreka Fire Department Engine 415 as surplus equipment for sale
• Resolution to extend the suspension of Yreka Municipal Code Section 13.76.010 regarding banners on Fairlane Road
• Closed session regarding the possible purchase of Fall Creek property from PacifiCorp