Fort Bragg public meetings in 2024
123 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, December 25, 2024, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for January 8, 2025
Community Development Committee
The regular meeting of the Community Development Committee scheduled for December 24, 2024, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 28, 2025.
City Council
The regular City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, December 23, 2024, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, January 13, 2025.
Public Safety Committee
The Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee will consider approving minutes from two prior meetings, hear an update on Police Department staffing, equipment, training, and the Care Response Unit, and receive a report on the city's response to the December 5, 2024 earthquake/tsunami incident. Staff will also provide an oral update on departmental activities.
- Approve minutes from October 18, 2023 Public Safety Committee meeting
- Approve minutes from March 19, 2024 special Public Safety Committee meeting
- Update on Police Department staffing, equipment, training, and Care Response Unit
- Receive and accept report on Earthquake/Tsunami incident of December 5, 2024 and city personnel response
- Oral update from staff on departmental activities
Special City Council
The Fort Bragg City Council will consider a consent agenda item to adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute agreements with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration for implementing a local transaction and use tax. The item includes a preparatory agreement, an administration agreement, and Ordinance 995‑2024 (Measure TUT‑Ordinance). The council will also consider a resolution authorizing examination of sales, transaction, and use tax records. The meeting also includes public comments and comments from councilmembers.
- Adopt City Council Resolution authorizing City Manager to execute agreements with CDTFA for a local transaction and use tax (Resolution 24‑10782A)
- Ordinance 995‑2024 Measure TUT‑Ordinance related to the tax implementation
- Adopt Resolution authorizing examination of sales, transaction and use tax records (Resolution 24‑10792B)
- Public comments on non‑agenda, consent calendar, and closed‑session items
- Comments from councilmembers
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The regular meeting of the Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for December 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 09, 2025.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding construction permits for new buildings and a solar system. The project includes a new 960 SF Bio-Solids Dryer Building, a 5,000 SF Bio-Solids Storage Building, and two solar PV modules at 281 Jere Melo St.
- Coastal Development Permit 9-24 and Design Review Permit 12-24 for bio-solids buildings
- Construction of a new 960 SF Bio-Solids Dryer Building
- Construction of a new 5,000 SF Bio-Solids Storage Building
- Installation of two solar PV modules (6,250 and 10,850 SF) at 281 Jere Melo St.
Finance and Administration Committee
The regular December 11, 2024 meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee was cancelled; the next meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2025.
Visit Fort Bragg
The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will meet in a special hybrid session to approve November minutes and receive updates from the Idea Cooperative and the VFB Special Events Committee. No votes on new initiatives or contracts are scheduled.
- Receive update from Idea Cooperative
- Receive oral update from VFB Special Events Committee
City Council
The City Council will conduct its 2024 reorganization, including the selection of Mayor and Vice Mayor. The body is also considering several contracts for facility improvements and public hearings regarding new fee structures.
- Contract for C.V. Starr Center HVAC Replacement and Improvements not to exceed $870,000.00
- EV Fleet Charging Station Project contract with Akeff Construction Services, Inc. not to exceed $159,897.00
- Public hearing to establish code enforcement cost recovery fees and building permit inspection fees
- Contract for network infrastructure equipment from Telcion not to exceed $55,111.18
- Noyo River Intake pump repair not to exceed $67,880.97
Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for November 27, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on December 11, 2024. No items were discussed or decided.
Community Development Committee
The regular meeting of the Community Development Committee scheduled for November 26, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 28, 2025.
City Council
The City Council will consider the acquisition of Mendocino Community Network and a debt financing strategy for a municipal broadband utility. The body will also hold public hearings to close out two Community Development Block Grant projects.
- Contract with Hoch Consulting for a Recycled Water Feasibility Study not to exceed $499,132
- First Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Dudek for LCP 22-07 Grant Project not to exceed $180,000
- City Hall Roof Replacement Project change order with Redwood Roofers not to exceed $128,111
- Professional Services Agreement with Schaaf & Wheeler for Stormwater Trash Capture Device design not to exceed $56,135
- Public hearings for closeout of CDBG grants 20-CDBG-CV2-3-00235 and 20-CDBG-12079
Special City Council
This is a special closed session meeting of the Fort Bragg City Council. No public action will be taken; the council will discuss personnel evaluations and labor negotiations for the City Clerk and City Manager positions. The meeting is only procedural, with no items for public decision or discussion beyond the closed session.
- Closed session: Public employee evaluation/discipline/dismissal/release for City Clerk.
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators for unrepresented employee City Manager.
Public Safety Committee
The regular November 20, 2024 meeting of the Public Safety Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 18, 2024.
City Council
This is a special closed session meeting. The only agenda item is a conference with the city attorney (negotiator) regarding labor negotiations for an unrepresented employee, the city manager. No public action or decision is scheduled on open-session matters.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators (Government Code §54957.6) for unrepresented employee: City Manager
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The committee will meet to approve minutes from July and October 2024. The session includes a director's oral report on departmental activities and project updates.
- Approval of July 11, 2024 minutes
- Approval of October 10, 2024 minutes
- Director Oral Report on Departmental Activities and Project Updates
Finance and Administration Committee
The Finance and Administration Committee will consider approving minutes from a September special meeting and receive a sales tax and business activity report from consultant Thomas Adams of Avenue Insights & Analytics. Staff will also provide an oral update on departmental activities. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.
- Receive report from sales tax consultant Thomas Adams on Q2 2024 sales tax and business activity
Planning Commission
The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on November 27, 2024.
City Council
The City Council will consider housing incentives for a project at 1151 South Main Street and a proposed inclusionary housing in-lieu fee. The body will also discuss business support initiatives and pro-housing zoning amendments.
- Public hearing for inclusionary housing incentives for Fort Bragg Apartments at 1151 South Main Street
- Public hearing for adoption of a proposed Inclusionary Housing In Lieu Fee
- Purchase of a building from Thermo Bond Buildings for a Broadband Project data hut (not to exceed $210,725.00)
- Disposition of real property (Parcel 13259-1, -2) to the California Department of Transportation
- Approval of compensation plans and cost of living adjustments for exempt at-will executive classifications
Visit Fort Bragg
The Visit Fort Bragg Committee meeting on November 12, 2024 will consider approval of the October 8, 2024 meeting minutes. The committee will receive an update from the Idea Cooperative. The committee will receive an oral update from the VFB Special Events Subcommittee. The agenda also includes public comments on non‑agenda items and standard conduct of business.
- Approve minutes of Visit Fort Bragg Committee meeting held October 8, 2024 (Agenda item 1).
- Public comments on non‑agenda items (Agenda item 2).
- Receive update from Idea Cooperative (Agenda item 3).
- Receive oral update from VFB Special Events Subcommittee (Agenda item 3).
- Conduct of business and adjournment (Agenda items 4‑5).
City Council
The Fort Bragg City Council will consider several financial actions, including accepting a $10.3 million federal grant for the municipal broadband project and approving an $8,376,309 budget amendment for FY 2024/25. It will also vote on agreements and contracts for electric work at the CV Starr Community Center, roof replacement at City Hall, professional services for the broadband project, and a payment to the Mendocino Coast Humane Society.
- Adopt resolution to accept $10.3 M Federal Funding Account grant for Municipal Broadband Project and approve FY 2024/25 budget amendment of $8,376,309
- Approve agreement with Pacific Gas & Electric for electric relocation and transformer upgrade at CV Starr Community Center (amount not to exceed $85,103.14), exempt from CEQA
- Approve contract change orders with Redwood Roofers for City Hall roof replacement (amount not to exceed $122,307.00)
- Approve professional services agreement with Mitch Drake to assist administering the municipal broadband project (amount not to exceed $30,000)
- Approve payment request to Mendocino Coast Humane Society (amount not to exceed $20,000)
Community Development Committee
The Fort Bragg Community Development Committee will approve the minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting, receive an update on Central Business District economic development initiatives and give direction to staff, and consider staff recommendations for installing outdoor exercise equipment on the Coastal Trail. Public comments on non‑agenda items will also be heard. The meeting will be held in person at Town Hall and via Zoom.
- Approve minutes of the September 24, 2024 Community Development Committee meeting
- Review Central Business District economic development initiatives and provide staff direction (Agenda item 24-8773A)
- Consider installation of outdoor exercise equipment on the Coastal Trail (Agenda item 24-7083B)
- Public comments on non‑agenda items
- Conduct of business and adjournment
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for October 16, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for November 20, 2024.
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve an application for funding and execution of a grant agreement from the 2024 State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The agenda also includes consent‑calendar items such as adding two positions to the master salary schedule, adjusting the Police Captain pay range, and confirming support for a Cohort‑4 Proposition 47 grant, along with routine minutes approvals. Additional discussion items include staff reports on pro‑housing initiatives and proposed updates to Municipal Code Chapter 6.12 to establish code‑enforcement cost‑recovery fees.
- Approve application and grant agreement for 2024 State CDBG program (Resolution 24-8827A)
- Add Grants Analyst and Office Assistant positions to master salary schedule (Resolution 24-9645A)
- Adjust Police Captain classification pay rates retroactively (Resolution 24-9685B)
- Confirm support for Cohort‑4 Proposition 47 grant (Resolution 24-9655C)
- Staff report recommending updates to Municipal Code Chapter 6.12 for code‑enforcement cost‑recovery fees
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The committee will meet to approve minutes from July 11, 2024, and receive a director's oral report on departmental activities and project updates.
- Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Director Oral Report on Departmental Activities and Project Updates
Finance and Administration Committee
The regular meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for October 9, 2024, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 13.
Planning Commission
The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2024.
Visit Fort Bragg
The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will meet to receive presentations and updates on local events. The session includes reports on a holiday parade and updates from the Idea Cooperative and the Special Events Subcommittee.
- Presentation on Holiday Lights Static Parade
- Update from Idea Cooperative
- Oral update from VFB Special Events Subcommittee
- Approval of August 13, 2024 meeting minutes
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will receive a report on policy options for annexing land and expanding the utility service area east of the city. The committee will also receive an update on citywide and downtown tree planting.
- Report on policy options for East of Fort Bragg annexation and utility service area expansion
- Oral update on installation of city trees downtown and citywide
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss conceptual designs for the Noyo Center Ocean Science Center and a related property swap. The body will also consider emergency stormdrain repairs and updates on municipal broadband funding.
- Professional services agreement with JJACPA, Inc. for auditing services not to exceed $51,200
- Emergency repair of a stormdrain line on North McPherson Street
- Budget Amendment No. 2024/25-02 for Fiscal Year 2024/25
- Use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for the Municipal Broadband Project
- Confirmation of city classification pay rates effective July 1, July 14, and August 1, 2024
Public Safety Committee
The regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee scheduled for September 18, 2024, was cancelled.
Finance and Administration Committee
The Finance and Administration Committee will receive a report on sales tax and business activity for the first quarter of 2024. The body will also review a year-end report on asset forfeiture fund expenditures.
- Quarter One 2024 Sales Tax and Business Activity report from Avenue Insights & Analytics
- FY 2024 Year-End Report Regarding Asset Forfeiture Discretionary and Education Fund Expenditures
Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 6:00 PM was cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 6:00 PM. No agenda items were listed for the cancelled meeting.
Finance and Administration Committee
The regular meeting scheduled for September 11, 2024, was cancelled. A special meeting was scheduled for September 12, 2024.
Visit Fort Bragg
The regular meeting of the Visit Fort Bragg Committee scheduled for Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 3:30 PM was canceled. No agenda items were considered. The date for the next regular meeting has not yet been set.
- Visit Fort Bragg Committee regular meeting scheduled for Sep 10, 2024 canceled
Special City Council
The City Council is meeting for a special closed session. The primary purpose is to hold a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation.
- Closed session conference regarding City of Fort Bragg v. Carlton Parker; Case # 23CV00800
Planning Commission
The Fort Bragg Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and consider a Coastal Development Permit for a new wireless monopole at 310 Walnut Street.
- Approve minutes from March 27, April 10, and August 14, 2024 meetings
- Public hearing for Coastal Development Permit 3-24 at 310 Walnut St.
- Consideration of a new 70' 7" monopole and antenna co-location
- Meeting held in hybrid format at Town Hall and via Zoom
Community Development Committee
The regular meeting of the Community Development Committee scheduled for August 27, 2024, was cancelled.
City Council
The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg City Council scheduled for August 26, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2024.
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for August 21, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for September 18, 2024.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for September 18, 2024
Finance and Administration Committee
The Finance and Administration Committee will consider implementing a 5% annual salary increase for City Council members effective from 2022. The committee will also receive financial reports for the third and fourth quarters of fiscal year 2023/24.
- Proposed 5% annual salary increase for City Council members effective from 2022
- Q3 and Q4 FY 23/24 Reportable Items Report, including Treasury Report and disbursements
- Review of contracts under $25,000 approved by the City Manager
- Review of contract change orders not exceeding 10% of contract
Special City Council
The City Council is meeting for a special closed session. The primary purpose is to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation in the case of City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad (24-905)
Planning Commission
The Fort Bragg Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and decide on a Use Permit, Design Review, Variance, and Sign Permit for a 3,805 sf restaurant at 102 S. Main St. The commission will also consider a Local Coastal Plan amendment, a Coastal Development Permit, and related permits for a 2,400 sf laboratory at 331 Jere Melo St. Additionally, the consent calendar will approve minutes from the January 31 and February 14, 2024 meetings.
- Use Permit 6‑24, Design Review 20‑22, Variance 3‑24, and Sign Permit 13‑24 for new restaurant at 102 S. Main St.
- Local Coastal Plan Amendment 1‑24, Coastal Development Permit 4‑24, Design Review 3‑24, Use Permit 7‑24, and Sign Permit 12‑24 for 2,400 sf laboratory at 331 Jere Melo St. (APN 018‑430‑15‑00)
- Approval of minutes from the January 31, 2024 Planning Commission meeting (24‑9024A)
- Approval of minutes from the February 14, 2024 Planning Commission meeting (24‑9044B)
- Public comment periods on non‑agenda items and agenda items
City Council
The City Council will discuss the approval of a draft Strategic Plan and a request for police firearms. The body is also considering several high-value contracts for the Fort Bragg Reservoir Project and municipal services.
- Agreement with Water Works Engineers for Reservoir Project design services not to exceed $705,385
- Agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for Reservoir Project Environmental Impact Report not to exceed $540,182.86
- Purchase order with Synagro-WWT, Inc for biosolids transportation of $320,000
- Contract change order with GOC Construction for Fire Station Roof Replacement not to exceed $209,110
- Ordinance 995-2024 to impose a Transactions and Use Tax
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a State CDBG Program funding application. The body is also considering a lease/purchase agreement with Bank of America for energy efficiency projects and a tax sharing agreement with Mendocino County.
- Contract with Truepoint for Accela Civic Applications not to exceed $107,030
- Contract amendment with Marie Jones Consulting for planning services not to exceed $240,000
- Public hearing on 2023/2024 State CDBG Program funding application
- Equipment lease/purchase agreement with Bank of America for Syserco Energy Solutions projects
- Mendocino County Master Tax Sharing Agreement among Ukiah, Willits, Fort Bragg, and Point Arena
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The Public Works and Facilities Committee will review an oral report regarding construction funding for the North Wing of the Fire Station. The meeting also includes a director's report on departmental activities and project updates.
- Oral report regarding construction funding for the North Wing of the Fire Station
- Director oral report on departmental activities and project updates
Finance and Administration Committee
The regular meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for July 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 14 at 4:00 PM.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a coastal development permit for ADA-compliant curb ramps and sidewalks on SR 1. Additionally, the Commission will conduct an election for the Vice Chair position.
- Public hearing for Coastal Development Permit 7-24 to install ADA-compliant curb ramps, curb, gutter, and sidewalk on SR 1 from Noyo Point Road to Cypress Street
- Election of Planning Commission Vice Chair
Visit Fort Bragg
The regular meeting of the Visit Fort Bragg Committee scheduled for July 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 13, 2024.
City Council
The City Council will consider ordinances regarding tiny home standards and mobile home park replacements. The agenda also includes discussions on waste receptacle purchases, environmental resiliency strategies, and potential new tax ballot measures.
- Ordinance 992-2024: Modifying regulations for Tiny Homes
- Ordinance 993-2024: Establishing standards for Tiny Home & Manufactured Home Communities
- Purchase of Securr dual stream waste receptacles up to $116,967.68
- Purchase of Max-R dual stream waste receptacles and door panels up to $48,042.35
- Professional services agreement with Environmental Science Associates up to $190,200
Special City Council
The Fort Bragg City Council will meet in a special session to conference with labor negotiators regarding the Fort Bragg Police Association. The agenda is primarily procedural boilerplate, containing only public comment rules, Zoom access details, and standard notices. No public voting, rezoning, or contract actions are scheduled.
- Closed session conference for labor negotiations with the Fort Bragg Police Association
- Public comment period restricted to closed session items only
- Standard meeting procedures, electronic device policy reminders, and ADA accessibility notices
Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, June 26, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2024.
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will meet on June 25, 2024, to approve May meeting minutes and receive an update on the Central Business District revitalization. Staff will seek direction on improving restrooms at Town Hall, located at 343 and 363 N. Main Street. The committee will also hear a presentation from the Mendocino County Tobacco Prevention Coalition regarding tobacco retail licenses.
- Approval of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes
- Oral update on the Central Business District Revitalization Report
- Direction on improving Town Hall restrooms at 343 and 363 N. Main Street
- Presentation on tobacco retail licenses from the Mendocino County Tobacco Prevention Coalition
City Council
The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2024/25 city and district budgets, including capital projects. The agenda also includes calling a general municipal election for November 5, 2024, and conducting public hearings regarding Community Development Block Grant closeouts.
- Notice of General Municipal Election on November 5, 2024
- Professional Services Agreement with Lumos & Associates for $80,000
- Professional Services Agreement with Environmental Science Associates for $90,200
- Public hearings for Community Development Block Grant closeouts (20-CDBG-12080 and 20-CDBG-12029)
- Adoption of FY 2024/25 City and Municipal Improvement District No. 1 budgets
Public Safety Committee
The regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 17 at 3:00 PM.
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The Public Works and Facilities Committee will review a technical memorandum regarding the 2025 Pavement Preservation and Rehabilitation Project. The discussion focuses on recommendations for changes to the initial project area scope.
- Presentation of Technical Memorandum for 2025 Pavement Preservation Project
Finance and Administration Committee
The regular meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for June 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2024.
Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, June 12, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
Visit Fort Bragg
The Visit Fort Bragg committee will review several progress reports. Discussion includes updates on the Blue Economy initiatives, efforts from Idea Cooperative, and a report from the Special Events Subcommittee.
- Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
- Update on City's Blue Economy Initiatives
- Oral update from VFB Special Events Subcommittee
- Approval of April 16, 2024 and May 14, 2024 meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects including a reservoir design and fire station roof replacement. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding solar power installation at city facilities and discussions on budget amendments.
- Budget amendment for Raw Water Line Replacement Project up to $6,518,087
- Contract with GOC Construction for fire station roof replacement up to $177,430
- Professional services agreement with Dudek not to exceed $90,000
- Public hearing for solar power purchase and installation via Syserco Energy Solutions Inc.
- Purchase agreement with Oneka Technologies for the Oneka Desalination Buoy Project
Special City Council
The Fort Bragg City Council is holding a budget workshop to review the proposed fiscal year 2024/25 budget. The discussion includes the General Fund, Water Enterprise, Wastewater Enterprise, and Capital Projects budgets. The council will provide direction to staff regarding these financial plans.
- Review of Proposed Fiscal Year 2024/25 General Fund Operating Budget
- Review of Water Enterprise Budget
- Review of Wastewater Enterprise (Municipal Improvement District No. 1) Budget
- Review of Capital Projects Budget
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review permits for the Fort Bragg Fire Station at 141 N. Main St. The commission will also consider a coastal development permit to install license plate reading cameras on Highway 1 and Highway 20, and a resolution regarding the 2024/25 Capital Improvement Program.
- Coastal Development Permit, Design Review, and Sign Permit for Fort Bragg Fire Station at 141 N. Main St
- Coastal Development Permit to install three license plate reading cameras on Highway 1 and one on Highway 20
- Resolution regarding the consistency of the 2024/25 Multi-Year Capital Improvement Program and FY 2024/25 Capital Projects Budget with the General Plan
City Council
The City Council will review several infrastructure items, including the Bainbridge Park Enhancement Project and a city hall roof replacement. Additionally, the council is considering contract changes for the 2022 Streets Rehabilitation Project.
- Bainbridge Park Enhancement Project conceptual designs
- Contract change order for 2022 Streets Rehabilitation Project increasing amount to $3,902,639.42
- Amendment for construction management services on 2022 Streets Rehabilitation Project for $231,900
- City Hall Roof Replacement Project contract with Redwood Roofers up to $101,174.00
- Broadband engineering and design services agreement with Palni, Inc. up to $24,052.00
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will review procedures for capturing business license fees. The meeting also includes oral updates regarding the Central Business District Revitalization Report and city tree planting.
- Memo regarding procedure for capturing business license fees
- Oral update on Central Business District Revitalization Report
- Oral update on tree planting around the city
Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for Wednesday, May 22, 2024, has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at 6:00 PM.
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The committee will review design options for a pavilion as part of the Bainbridge Park Enhancement Project. They will make a recommendation to the City Council regarding authorizing a consultant to proceed with construction documents. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from February and March 2024.
- Review of Bainbridge Park Pavilion location options
- Recommendation for authorizing a consultant for construction documents
- Approval of February 8, 2024, and March 21, 2024, meeting minutes
Public Safety Committee
The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Safety Committee scheduled for May 15, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 19, 2024.
Visit Fort Bragg
The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will meet to receive progress reports. This includes an update from the Idea Cooperative regarding Visit Fort Bragg efforts and an oral report from the VFB Special Events Subcommittee.
- Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
- Oral update from the VFB Special Events Subcommittee
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding new regulations for tiny homes and the establishment of tiny home and manufactured home communities. Additionally, the council will review several ordinances related to building codes, outdoor dining, and water capacity fees.
- Public hearing on modifying standards for 'Tiny Homes'
- Public hearing on establishing 'Tiny Home & Manufactured Home Communities' standards
- Ordinance regarding sprinkler installation for buildings with cumulative valuations of $120,000 or more
- Ordinance amending regulations and standards for outdoor dining
- Purchase order for gym equipment at the CV Starr Center from Opti-Fit Fitness Solutions
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for May 9, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 13, 2024.
Finance and Administration Committee
The committee will review a recommendation to update municipal code procedures for purchases of $45,000 or less. This includes proposed changes to the credit card use policy. Staff will also provide an oral update on departmental activities.
- Update to Chapter 3.20.050 procedures for purchases up to $45,000
- Proposed updates to the Credit Card Use Policy
- Oral staff update on departmental activities
Planning Commission
The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Planning Commission scheduled for May 8, 2024, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 22, 2024.
Special City Council
The Fort Bragg City Council is convening a special closed session. The meeting includes a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation involving the City of Fort Bragg and Mendocino Railroad.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad (24-7292A)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider permits for a multi-family development at 620 South Franklin Street. This includes Coastal Development Permit 1-24, Use Permit 1-24, and Design Review 1-24. The commission will also receive a report on the project applications.
- Multi-family development at 620 South Franklin Street
- Coastal Development Permit 1-24
- Use Permit 1-24
- Design Review 1-24
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will receive an oral update regarding the Central Business District Revitalization Report. The committee will also review a memo requesting direction on a comprehensive Local Coastal Plan amendment to the City's CLUDC.
- Oral update on Central Business District Revitalization Report
- Discussion of Master CLUDC Amendment regarding Local Coastal Plan
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to municipal code and parking standards for the Central Business District. Additional business includes reviewing park enhancements, pavement preservation, and harbor resilience strategies.
- Public hearing on Central Business District parking standards and Local Coastal Plan amendment
- Contract amendment with Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP for raw water line eminent domain proceedings up to $80,000
- Professional services agreement with Lumos & Associates for 2025 Pavement Preservation Project up to $222,941.00
- Scope of work for Noyo Harbor sea level rise, tsunami hazards, and erosion resilience strategy
- Conceptual designs for the Bainbridge Park Enhancement Project
Public Safety Committee
The regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee scheduled for Wednesday, April 17, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 15, 2024.
Visit Fort Bragg
The Visit Fort Bragg committee will receive several oral updates during this meeting. These include reports on general efforts, special events, and bistro lighting.
- Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
- Oral update from VFB Special Events Subcommittee
- Oral update on Bistro Lighting
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The regular meeting of the Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for April 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2024.
Finance and Administration Committee
The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for April 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2024.
Planning Commission
The Commission will consider a proposal to remodel a convenience store and gas station at 105 South Main Street. Additionally, the body will review recommendations regarding new standards for tiny homes and tiny home communities.
- Remodel of 1,536 SF convenience store with 447 SF addition at 105 South Main Street
- Gas station canopy replacement and gas dispensing unit updates at 105 South Main Street
- Proposed modification of regulations for Tiny Homes in the Fort Bragg Municipal Code
- Proposed replacement of 'Mobile Home Parks' standards with 'Tiny Home Communities' standards
City Council
The Council will hold public hearings regarding new standards for outdoor dining, planned unit development permits, and updated California building and fire codes. Additionally, the Council will consider a potential tax ballot measure for November 2024.
- Public hearing on outdoor dining regulations and Local Coastal Plan amendments
- Public hearing on Planned Unit Development permits for parcels of one acre or more
- Public hearing on updating building codes and requiring fire sprinklers for projects over $75,000
- Contract with Coleman Engineering for additional design services up to $952,987
- Budget amendment for Pudding Creek Force Main Relocation Project up to $400,000
Finance and Administration Committee
The committee will review several financial reports including the Treasurer's Report for Q1 and Q2 of FY 24. The meeting also includes a review of disbursements from July through December 2023 and various contract change orders.
- Treasurer's Report Q1+Q2 FY 24
- Disbursements Listing July-Dec 2023
- Contracts Under $25K Q1 & Q2
- Contract Change Orders for Q1 and Q2
- PARS- Section 115 Trust
Planning Commission
The commission will consider recommendations to modify "Tiny Homes" regulations and replace "Mobile Home Parks" code with "Tiny Home Communities" standards. A public hearing will continue regarding a convenience store remodel at 105 South Main Street. The commission will also receive guidance on design reviews for solar canopies over parking.
- Remodel of convenience store at 105 S. Main Street including gas station canopy replacement
- Proposed modifications to "Tiny Homes" regulations and standards
- Proposal to replace "Mobile Home Parks" code with "Tiny Home Communities" standards
- Code interpretation guidance for solar canopies over parking
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will receive an oral update on the Central Business District Revitalization Report. The meeting also includes discussions regarding city tree quantities, mobile vending vehicle ordinances, and proposed vacant property registration fees.
- Oral update on Central Business District Revitalization Report
- Discussion of assessment of City Trees and strategies to increase tree quantities
- Discussion on Mobile Vending Vehicles and potential ordinance amendments to Chapter 10.20.150
- Report and direction on proposed Code Enforcement Cost Recovery Fees and Vacant Property Registration
City Council
The City Council will review updates to local zoning laws concerning accessory dwelling units and urban lot splits. The council will also discuss the city's emergency operations plan and requests for professional services. Additionally, they will consider mid-year budget adjustments and a playground construction contract change order.
- Ordinance 985-2023 amending regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
- Ordinance 986-2024 regarding urban lot splits and two-unit development
- RFP for sea level rise and tsunami resilience strategy at Noyo Harbor
- Contract change order for Bainbridge Park Playground Replacement up to $88,624.00
- Adoption of an updated City Emergency Operations Plan
Special City Council
The City Council will meet in a special closed session to discuss legal and facility matters. The agenda includes consultation regarding anticipated litigation and threats to public services of facilities.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (24-6712A)
- Consultation with City Manager Isaac Whippy regarding threat to public services of facilities (24-6722B)
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The committee will discuss the placement of "The Last Whistle" sculpture and review the 2013 and 2024 Guest House plans. The Director will also provide an oral report on departmental activities and project updates.
- Placement of 'The Last Whistle' sculpture
- Review of Guest House Plan 2013 and 2024
- Director Oral Report on Departmental Activities and Project Updates
- Approval of February 8, 2024 minutes
Public Safety Committee
The regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee scheduled for March 20, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 17, 2024.
Special City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to review the FY 2023/24 mid-year budget. The discussion includes updates on the General Fund, Water & Wastewater Enterprise, and CV Starr Enterprise.
- FY 2023/24 Mid-Year Budget Review
- CIP Progress Report 23-24
- General Fund Mid-Year Update FY 23-24
- Water & Wastewater Enterprise Mid-Year FY 23-24
- CV Starr Enterprise Mid-Year FY 23-24
Planning Commission
The commission will review revisions to its 2024 bylaws and hold a discussion regarding the use of dark paint colors in the Central Business District. Additionally, commissioners will receive reports on the 2023 General Plan and Housing Element progress to provide recommendations to the City Council.
- Revision of Planning Commission Bylaws 2024
- Discussion on dark paint colors in the Central Business District
- Recommendation for the 2023 General Plan Report
- Recommendation for the 2023 Housing Element Progress Report
Public Safety Committee
The Public Safety Committee will receive input regarding the draft City of Fort Bragg Emergency Operations Plan and an Emergency Operations Center Exercise. Staff will also provide an oral update on departmental activities.
- Input on proposed City of Fort Bragg Emergency Operations Plan
- Review of Emergency Operations Center Exercise plan
- Oral update from staff on departmental activities
- Approval of October 18, 2023, meeting minutes
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The regular meeting of the Fort Bragg Public Works and Facilities Committee scheduled for March 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 11, 2024.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider two development applications. The items include a minor subdivision at 145 Dana Street and a proposal to convert an existing commercial building into a restaurant with an arcade, general retail, and four multi-family dwelling units.
- Minor Subdivision 1-23 for 145 Dana Street
- Conversion of a commercial building to include a restaurant with an arcade and general retail
- Creation of four multi-family dwelling units in the Inland Central Business District
- Consideration of Variance 2-24, Use Permit 2-23, Design Review 3-23, and Sign Permit 8-23
Finance and Administration Committee
The regular meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for March 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2024.
Visit Fort Bragg
The regular meeting of the Visit Fort Bragg Committee scheduled for Wednesday, March 13, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 3:30 PM.
City Council
The City Council will consider several items including a new ordinance regarding capacity charges and impact fees. The agenda also includes contract approvals for planning services and HVAC design, as well as a presentation on the 2023 Police Department Annual Report.
- Third Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with De Novo Planning Group not to exceed $67,498
- Design contract for CV Starr HVAC Project with Whitchurch Engineering not to exceed $36,500
- Ordinance 987-2024 regarding Chapter 12.16 Capacity Charges and Impact Fees
- Letters in opposition to AT&T CPUC Applications
- Presentation on the 2023 Police Department Annual Report
Special City Council
The Fort Bragg City Council will hold a special closed session to confer with legal counsel. The meeting focuses on existing litigation in the case of City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad
Special City Council
The Fort Bragg City Council is holding a special meeting on March 7, 2024, primarily for a closed session to consult legal counsel about an existing lawsuit against the Mendocino Railroad (Case No. 24-6322A). Under California law, this portion of the meeting will be private, and no public discussion or official action will occur during it. The remainder of the agenda consists of standard procedural notices regarding Zoom access, public comment limits, and ADA accommodations.
- Closed session: Conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad, Case No. 24-6322A)
- Public comments restricted to closed session items only (3-minute limit per speaker)
- Hybrid meeting format via Town Hall and Zoom webinar
Planning Commission
The commission is scheduled to review the Comprehensive Downtown Parking Strategy. They will also consider resolutions recommending amendments to parking standards in the Central Commercial District and updates to the Municipal Code.
- Review of the Comprehensive Downtown Parking Strategy
- Resolution recommending amendments to Division 18 of the Fort Bragg Municipal Code
- Resolution recommending revisions to parking standards for the Central Commercial District
- Recommendation for a Local Coastal Plan Amendment Application regarding Division 17
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee is conducting a housing workshop. The meeting includes a presentation via a slide show and a press release regarding the topic.
- Housing Workshop (24-5783A)
City Council
The City Council will consider several items, including a major water treatment plant upgrade and the scope of work for the 2025 Streets Rehabilitation Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a Community Development Block Grant application.
- Awarding Water Treatment Plant Upgrade Project to Wahlund Construction, Inc. (up to $10,550,380.00)
- Professional Services Agreement with SHN Consulting Engineers & Geologists, Inc. (not to exceed $757,000.00)
- Contract amendment with Marie Jones Consulting for professional planning services (not to exceed $165,000.00)
- Approval of the 2025 Streets Rehabilitation Project scope of work
- Public hearing for the Community Development Block Grant Program funding application
Public Safety Committee
The regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee scheduled for Wednesday, February 21, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 20, 2024.
Planning Commission
The Commission is reviewing an application to convert a commercial building in the Inland Central Business District into a restaurant with an arcade, general retail, and four multi-family units. A hearing for a minor subdivision at 145 Dana Street was continued to March 13, 2024.
- Conversion of commercial building to restaurant, retail, and four multi-family units
- Minor subdivision application for 145 Dana Street (continued to March 13)
Visit Fort Bragg
The Visit Fort Bragg committee will meet to review previous minutes and hear progress reports. The meeting includes an update from Idea Cooperative and an oral update from the Special Events Subcommittee.
- Approval of January 9, 2024, minutes
- Update from Idea Cooperative
- Oral update from VFB Special Events Subcommittee
Finance and Administration Committee
The committee will receive a report on Q4 2023 sales tax and business activity from a consultant. Members will also review the results of the city's full cost allocation plan review. Staff will provide an oral update on departmental activities for Finance and Administration.
- Q4 2023 sales tax and business activity report
- Full Cost Allocation Plan Review and Indirect Cost Rate report
- FY24 CAP and OMB results presentation
- Finance and Administration departmental activities update
Special City Council
The Fort Bragg City Council will hold a special closed session. The meeting includes a conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation titled City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed capacity charges and impact fees for several city services. Additionally, the council is considering contracts for a raw water line replacement project and a biosolids feasibility study.
- Public hearing on proposed water, sewer, storm drainage, police, fire, and C.V. Starr facilities fees
- Awarding of Raw Water Line Replacement Project to T & S Construction Company, Inc. (not to exceed $5,958,087)
- Professional services agreement with SHN Consulting Engineers & Geologists, Inc. for raw water construction management (not to exceed $560,000.00)
- Awarding of a biosolids treatment and disposal feasibility study to SHN Engineers and Geologists
- Extension of the water and sewer capital improvement fee deferral program for central business district businesses
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The committee will review and approve minutes from previous meetings held in November 2023, December 2023, and January 2024. The agenda also includes an oral report from the Director regarding departmental activities and project updates.
- Approval of November 9, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of December 7, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of January 11, 2024, meeting minutes
- Director Oral Report on Departmental Activities and Project Updates
Planning Commission
The Commission will continue a public hearing regarding standards for outdoor dining. This includes recommending Municipal Code amendments and an LCP Amendment Application to the Coastal Commission. The meeting also involves selecting a Chair and Vice-Chair and amending commission bylaws.
- Recommendation for outdoor dining regulations and Municipal Code amendments (24-5346A)
- LCP Amendment Application recommendation to the Coastal Commission
- Selection of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
- Resolution to amend Planning Commission bylaws
Community Development Committee
The committee will receive an oral update on the Central Business District Revitalization Report. Members will also discuss assessments of City Trees and strategies to increase tree quantities. Additionally, the committee will review the 2024 meeting schedule.
- Oral update on Central Business District Revitalization Report
- Discussion regarding assessment of City Trees and strategies to increase tree quantities
- Direction for the 2024 Community Development Committee Meeting Schedule
Community Development Committee
The regular meeting of the Community Development Committee scheduled for January 23, 2024, has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for January 30, 2024, at 4:00 PM.
City Council
The Fort Bragg City Council is considering the integration of the C.V. Starr Community Center as a city-owned and operated facility. The agenda also includes a public hearing on fee schedule updates for the center and contract amendments for broadband services.
- Contract with Latoof Painting Inc for CV Starr flooring up to $87,405
- Contract amendment with Creative Thinking, Inc. (The Idea Cooperative) up to $200,000
- Integration of C.V. Starr Community Center as a city-owned and operated facility
- Public hearing on updates to the CV Starr fee schedule
- Request for Qualifications for Noyo Harbor planning services
Special City Council
The City Council will hold a special closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. The discussion involves the case of City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad. No public action or discussion is permitted on these items during the meeting.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad litigation
Public Safety Committee
The regular meeting of the Public Safety Committee scheduled for January 17, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 21, 2024, at 3:00 PM.
Visit Fort Bragg
The Ad Hoc Culture and Education Committee is meeting to discuss updates regarding Pomo education and visibility initiatives. The committee will also hold a discussion about the Tribal Learning Center located in the Fort Building adjacent to City Hall.
- Updates on Pomo Education and Visibility Initiatives
- Discussion about Tribal Learning Center in the Fort Building
Public Works and Facilities Committee
The committee will review previous meeting minutes from November and December 2023. The Director will also provide a report on departmental activities and project updates.
- Approval of November 9, 2023 minutes
- Approval of December 7, 2023 minutes
- Director Oral Report on Departmental Activities and Project Updates
Planning Commission
The commission will review recommendations for new outdoor dining regulations and coastal area standards. Members will also provide direction on the design of the North Wing of the Fort Bragg Fire Department. Additionally, the commission will consider changes to planned development permits for parcels of one acre or more.
- Recommendation for outdoor dining regulations and coastal area standards (23-4604A)
- Design direction for the Fort Bragg Fire Department North Wing at 141-153 N Main Street (23-4863B)
- Proposed changes to allow Planned Unit Development Permits on parcels of one acre or more (23-4754B)
- Amendments to Planning Commission Bylaws and adoption of the 2024 meeting schedule
Finance and Administration Committee
The regular meeting of the Finance and Administration Committee scheduled for January 10, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 14, 2024.
Visit Fort Bragg
The Visit Fort Bragg Committee will receive an update from Idea Cooperative regarding current efforts. The committee will also consider appointing new members and receive a report on the next quarterly merchant meeting.
- Update from Idea Cooperative on Visit Fort Bragg efforts
- Consideration of new Visit Fort Bragg Committee member appointments
- Oral report on the next Quarterly Merchant Meeting
City Council
The Council is reviewing a report regarding the expansion of short-term vacation rental use into additional commercial zones. The agenda also includes resolutions for security camera installations and fire equipment funding. Additionally, the Council will consider lease amendments for animal control and legal services.
- Report on expanding short-term vacation rental use to additional commercial zones
- Security camera installation contract with Safe House (not to exceed $35,850.00)
- Funding for a wildland response fire engine and rescue truck
- Lease amendment for the animal control facility at 19701 Summers Lane
- Third amendment to legal services agreement with Jones & Mayer
Special City Council
The City Council will meet in a special closed session to consult with legal counsel. The discussion involves existing and anticipated litigation.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: City of Fort Bragg v. Mendocino Railroad (23-5062A)
- Conference with legal counsel regarding initiation of anticipated litigation (23-5132B)