Willits, California
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Topics found in recent meetings
- Budget & taxes
- Resolutions & ordinances
- Planning & zoning
- Contracts & procurement
- Public safety
- Roads & infrastructure
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Development activity
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20251 housing units ($120K)
🗳️ Election results (2 races)
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City Council 2024-11-05
Thomas D. Allman ✓ 1,074 · Gerardo "Gerry" Gonzalez ✓ 1,004 · Matthew Alaniz ✓ 663 · Robin Leler 658
City Council 2020-11-03
Gerardo Gonzalez ✓ 1,290 · Saprina Rodriguez ✓ 1,174 · Madge Strong ✓ 1,122
Recent meetings
Wed Jul 22, 2026
City Council
City Council to consider renewing GPS lease and adopt streets project list
The Willits City Council will vote on renewing the lease agreement with EarthScope Consortium for the GPS station at Willits Municipal Airport. It will also discuss a resolution to establish the 2026/27 project list for the Local Streets and Roads Program (SB1) fund requirements. A public art sculpture proposal will be presented, and routine consent‑calendar items such as approval of recent meeting minutes will be considered.
- Renew lease agreement with EarthScope Consortium Inc. for GPS station at Willits Municipal Airport (term July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2036)
- Resolution to adopt the City’s 2026/27 project list for the Local Streets and Roads Program (SB1) Fund Requirements
- Public art presentation: Gary Martin sculpture proposal
- Consent calendar approval of City Council minutes from June 26, 2026 and June 29, 2026 (Special Meeting)
- No ordinances to enact
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JULY 22, 2026 | 6:30 PM | CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. OPENING MATTERS
a. Call to Order. | b. Pledge to Flag. | c. Roll Call.
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council welcomes input from the audience. If there is a matter of business on
the agenda that you are interested in, you may address the Council when this matter is
considered. If you wish to speak on a matter that is not on the agenda, you may do so at
this time. In order for everyone to be heard, please limit your comments to three (3)
minutes per person. The Brown Act regulations do not allow action to be taken on
audience comments in which the subject is not listed on the agenda.
3. PUBLIC MATTERS
a. Gary Martin Presentation – Public Art Overview-Sculpture Proposal.
4. ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES
a. None.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Council considers matters listed under the Consent Calendar as routine. The
Council will take action with a single motion and roll call vote. A Councilmember may
request the removal of an item(s) from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and
subsequent action.
The following items, as presented, are before the City Council for approval or denial:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. June 26, 2026
ii. June 29, 2026 – Special Meeting
b. Approval to Renew Lease Agreement
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Mon Jun 29, 2026
City Council
City Council to consider adopting the FY 2026‑27 budget of $16.8 million
The Willits City Council will hold a public hearing to receive a report on the City’s staffing vacancies as required by California Government Code §3502.3. The Council will also discuss and possibly adopt the proposed Fiscal Year 2026‑27 budget, which totals $16,821,004. The meeting includes routine opening matters and a public comments segment.
- Public hearing to receive a report on City vacancies (2 vacancies: City Manager and Police Sergeant; 1 anticipated vacancy in IBEW) – no fiscal impact
- Discussion and possible adoption of the FY 2026‑27 budget totaling $16,821,004
- General Fund appropriation of $6,436,329 (38% of total budget)
- Enterprise Funds (Water, Wastewater, Airport, Closed Landfill) appropriation of $7,499,307 (45% of total)
- Measure K Fund appropriation of $1,228,160 (7% of total)
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JUNE 29, 2026 | 6:30 PM
1. OPENING MATTERS
a. Call to Order. | b. Pledge to Flag. | c. Roll Call.
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Council welcomes participation in its meetings. Comments shall be limited to three (3) minutes per person so that
everyone may be given an opportunity to be heard. To expedite matters and avoid repetition, whenever any group of
persons wishes to address the Council on the same subject matter, the Mayor may request that a spokesperson be
chosen by the group. This item is limited to matters under the jurisdiction of the City Council which are not on the
posted agenda. Public criticism of the City Council, Commission, Boards , and Agencies will not be prohibited. No
action shall be taken.
3. ACTION ITEM
Receive a Report on the City’s Vacancies i n a Public Hearing i n Compliance w ith California
Government Code Section 3502.3.
4. Discussion and Possible Adoption of the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget.
5. ADJOURNMENT
Right to Appeal - Persons who are dissatisfied with the decisions of the City Council may have the right to a review of
that decision by a court. The City has adopted Section 1094.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure, which generally limits to
90 days the time within which the decisions of the
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Wed Jun 24, 2026
City Council
Willits City Council to consider animal control contract and budget update
The City Council will discuss a three-year agreement for animal control services and receive a recap of the FY 26/27 budget. The body will also consider approving minutes from two previous June meetings.
- Three-year agreement for County of Mendocino animal control services not to exceed $24,732.00 per year ($74,196.00 total)
- Update and recap of FY 26/27 Budget with Financial Advisor
- Approval of June 10, 2026, and June 11, 2026, meeting minutes
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JUNE 24, 2026 | 6:30 PM | CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. OPENING MATTERS
a. Call to Order. | b. Pledge to Flag. | c. Roll Call.
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council welcomes input from the audience. If there is a matter of business on the agenda that you are
interested in, you may address the Council when this matter is considered. If you wish to speak on a matter that is not
on the agenda, you may do so at this time. In order for everyone to be heard, please limit your comments to three (3)
minutes per person. The Brown Act regulations do not allow action to be taken on audience comments in which the
subject is not listed on the agenda.
3. PUBLIC MATTERS
4. ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES
a. None.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Council considers m atters listed under the Consent Calendar as routine. The Council will take action with a
single motion and roll call vote. A Councilmember may request the removal of an item(s) from the Consent Calendar
for separate discussion and subsequent action.
The following items, as presented, are before the City Council for approval or denial:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. June 10, 2026
ii. June 11, 2026 – Special Meeting
b. Adoption of County of Mendocino Services Three- Year Agreement for Animal Control
Services within the Ci
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
Finance Committee
Finance Committee will review and set timeline for the 2026‑27 city budget
The Finance Committee will discuss the draft 2026/27 fiscal year budget and possible adoption timelines. Members will consider whether to follow the on‑time schedule or a delayed schedule with a continuing resolution. The committee will also receive updates on the 2025/26 audit RFP, the Treasurer’s investment report, and the Measure K fund.
- Review and discuss draft 2026/27 FY budget (presented by Mr. Heath) and decide on adoption timeline
- Consider two timelines: on‑time schedule (review June 24, possible adoption June 29) or delayed schedule with continuing resolution (review June 24, adoption July 22)
- Find new auditor for 2025/26 FY audit and prepare a new RFP
- Treasurer’s report on investments and banking, including request for a cash‑balances chart
- Update on Measure K fund
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AGENDA
FINANCE COMMITTEE
June 17, 2026 | 4:00 PM | Council Chambers
Committee Members: Vice-Mayor Matthew Alaniz & Mayor Tom Allman
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
This item is limited to matters which are not on the posted agenda. No action shall be
taken.
3. OLD BUSINESS
a. Review of Minutes – May 28, 2026
b. 2024/25 FY Audit: In Process
• 2026/27 Budget is a priority
• Finish 24/25 FY Audit
4. NEW BUSINESS
a. End of 25/26 FY / start 25/26 FY Audit: On hold
• Find new auditor for 25/26 FY Audit, prepare new RFP
b. Treasurer’s Report on Investments and Banking
c. Measure K fund update
5. OTHER MATTERS
a. The 2026/27 FY Budget: Review and Discuss draft budget as a Committee/Measure K
[presented by Mr. Heath]
b. Next steps
• Timeline 1 (on-time, few changes and alterations to draft budget)
i. Wed., June 24th, 2026 – Review and Discuss at regular WCC Meeting
ii. Mon., June 29th, 2026 – Special WCC Meeting to Review and possible adopt
26/27 FY Budget
• Timeline 2 (delayed one-month, significant changes to draft budget)
i. Wed., June 24th, 2026 – WCC adopts Continuing Resolution
ii. Mon., June 29th, 2026 – Special WCC to Review and Discuss as a full WCC
iii. Wed., July 22, 2026 – Possible adoption of 26/27 FY Budget
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
City Council
Willits City Council to discuss City Manager recruitment in closed session
The Willits City Council will convene a special meeting to discuss the recruitment and potential appointment of a new City Manager. The session will include an opening roll call and a closed session regarding the personnel matter.
- Closed session to discuss City Manager recruitment
- Meeting held in council chambers
- City Clerk certification posted at City Hall
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Special Meeting
June 11, 2026 | 1:00 PM | council chambers
1. Opening Matters
a. Call to Order. | b. Roll Call.
2. Closed Session Notice
a. Pursuant to Government Code §54957 – Recruitment and Potential
Public Employee
Appointment: City Manager.
3. Adjournment
Right to Appeal - Persons who are dissatisfied with the decisions of the
City Council may have the right to a review of that decision by a court.
The City has adopted Section 1094.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure, which
generally limits to 90-days, the time within an individual and/or entity
may judicially challenge the decisions of the City Boards and Agencies.
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of
California that I posted the foregoing Agenda on the bulletin board at
the main entrance of the City of Willits City Hall, located at 111 East
Commercial Street, Willits, California, not less than 24 hours prior to
the meeting set forth on this Agenda.
Dated this 5th day of June 2026.
Delores Pedersen, City Clerk
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
If you need assistance to attend or participate in a City Council
meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s office at (707) 459-7113 or
Fax (707) 459-1562. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the
meeting will assist the City Clerk in assuring the implementation of
reasonable accommodations to provide accessibility to the meeting. Our
meeting room is wheelchair access
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
City Council
Council to proclaim 100th anniversary of Willits Frontier Days and designate Western Wear Days
The Willits City Council will present a proclamation celebrating the centennial of Willits Frontier Days and will designate June 22 through July 4, 2026 as Western Wear Days. The meeting also includes a timeline update on the FY 26/27 budget and the status of the FY 24/25 audit. Routine items such as the consent calendar, monthly activity reports, and department reports will be considered.
- Presentation of a proclamation for the 100th anniversary of Willits Frontier Days and designation of Western Wear Days (June 22–July 4, 2026)
- Consent calendar approval of City Council minutes from May 27, 2026
- Consent calendar approvals: transfer of funds between the Local Agency Investment Fund and Savings Bank of Mendocino County; change of authorized signatures for checking, payroll, and safe‑deposit accounts; resolutions for the November 3, 2026 election; authorization of the Frontier Days parade route and Main Street pole decorations
- Monthly activity reports: Accounts Payable, Building Permit, and Business License for April 2026
- City Council announcement of a timeline update on the FY 26/27 budget and status of the FY 24/25 audit
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JUNE 10, 2026 | 6:30 PM | CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. OPENING MATTERS
a. Call to Order. | b. Pledge to Flag. | c. Roll Call.
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council welcomes input from the audience. If there is a matter of business on
the agenda that you are interested in, you may address the Council when this matter is
considered. If you wish to speak on a matter that is not on the agenda, you may do so at
this time. In order for everyone to be heard, please limit your comments to three (3)
minutes per person. The Brown Act regulations do not allow action to be taken on
audience comments in which the subject is not listed on the agenda.
3. PUBLIC MATTERS
a. Presentation of a Proclamation to Willits Frontier Days, Celebrating the 100th Anniversary
of Willits Frontier Days “The Year of the Sweetheart” and Designating Western Wear
Days June 22nd through July 4th, 2026.
4. ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES
a. None.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Council considers matters listed under the Consent Calendar as routine. The
Council will take action with a single motion and roll call vote. A Councilmember may
request the removal of an item(s) from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and
subsequent action.
The following items as presented are before the City Coun
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Thu May 28, 2026
Finance Committee
Finance Committee reviews city cash balance and $1.6 M solar project funding
The committee will hear the Treasurer’s report on the City’s bank balances, noting approximately $7,000,000 total cash and a $1,600,000 wire for the Solar Project. An update will be given on preparing the Request for Proposals for the 2024/2025 fiscal‑year audit. The group will discuss the timeline for drafting the 2026/2027 fiscal‑year budget, with a draft expected in May and council review in June. No formal actions are scheduled; the items are informational.
- Treasurer’s Report on investments and banking – $7,000,000 cash, $1,600,000 wired for Solar Project
- Preparation of RFP for the 2024/2025 fiscal‑year audit
- Planning for the 2026/2027 fiscal‑year budget draft in May and revisions in June
- Public communications item – limited to non‑agenda matters, no action taken
- Update on audit and budget timeline
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AGENDA
FINANCE COMMITTEE
May 28, 2026 | 4:00 PM | Council Chambers
Committee Members: Vice-Mayor Matthew Alaniz & Mayor Tom Allman
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
This item is limited to matters which are not on the posted agenda. No action shall be
taken.
3. OLD BUSINESS
a. Minutes – April 23, 2026
4. NEW BUSINESS
a. Treasurer’s Report on Investments and Banking.
5. OTHER MATTERS
a. Update on Audits
i. 2024/2025 FY Audit: Preparation of RFP
b. Upcoming 2026/2027 FY Budget: Planning
i. May – draft should be done.
ii. June – revisions/passes Willits City Council.
6. NEXT MEETING
a. June 17, 2026 @ 4:00 pm.
7. ADJOURNMENT
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Wednesday, April 23, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Committee Chair Alaniz at 4:00 pm.
Roll Call: Committee Members Alaniz.
Staff present : Dusty Duley, Community Development Director; Andy Heath, Finance
Consultant; Bob Richardson, and Delores Pedersen, City Clerk.
Others present: Sherrie Ebyam, Gerardo Gonzalez.
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Committee Chair Alaniz invited public comments for items not posted on the agenda.
None Presented.
Committee Chair Alaniz introduced Andy Heath, Finance Consultant.
Mr. Heath explained that the ACS Financ
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Wed May 27, 2026
City Council
Council to approve fund transfer authority, signature changes, and election resolutions
The Willits City Council will vote on several consent‑calendar items, including a resolution authorizing specific staff to transfer funds between the Local Agency Investment Fund and the Savings Bank of Mendocino County, a resolution changing authorized signatures for the city’s checking, payroll and safe‑deposit accounts, and resolutions setting the November 3, 2026 municipal election schedule and requirements. The council will also consider department recommendations to create ad‑hoc committees for downtown Main Street roadway and parking issues, for reviewing the city’s personnel policies, and to approve an employment agreement with James Conner as interim city manager.
- Resolution authorizing staff to transfer LAIF funds between the Local Agency Investment Fund and Savings Bank of Mendocino County
- Resolution changing authorized signatures for the City of Willits checking, payroll, and safe‑deposit accounts
- Resolutions related to the November 3, 2026 municipal election (notice, consolidation with statewide election, candidate statement requirements)
- Resolution establishing an ad‑hoc committee to review downtown Main Street roadway striping, parking, and circulation
- Resolution establishing an ad‑hoc committee to review the City’s personnel policies and procedures manual
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MAY 27, 2026 | 6:30 PM | CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. OPENING MATTERS
a. Call to Order. | b. Pledge to Flag. | c. Roll Call.
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council welcomes input from the audience. If there is a matter of business on the agenda that you
are interested in, you may address the Council when this matter is considered. If you wish to speak on a
matter that is not on the agenda, you may do so at this time. In order for everyone to be heard, please limit
your comments to three (3) minutes per person. The Brown Act regulations do not allow action to be taken
on audience comments in which the subject is not listed on the agenda.
3. PUBLIC MATTERS
4. ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES
a. None.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Council considers matters listed under the Consent Calendar as routine. The
Council will take action with a single motion and roll call vote. A Councilmember may
request the removal of an item(s) from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and
subsequent action.
The following items, as presented, are before the City Council for approval or denial:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. May 13, 2026
b. Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing Specific City Staff to Transfer Funds Between
the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) and Savings Bank of
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Wed May 13, 2026
City Council
Council to consider Downtown Entertainment Zone and labor agreements
The Willits City Council will vote on routine items in the Consent Calendar, including approval of the April 22, 2026 minutes and side‑letter agreements extending the IBEW and Police Officers Association MOUs. Council members will also discuss a resolution to establish a Downtown Entertainment Zone. A closed‑session item will consider appointing an interim city manager.
- Approve City Council minutes from April 22, 2026
- Adopt side‑letter agreement extending IBEW Local 1245 MOU through September 31, 2026
- Adopt side‑letter agreement extending Willits Police Officers Association MOU through December 31, 2026
- Discuss and consider adoption of a Downtown Entertainment Zone resolution
- Closed‑session consideration of appointing an interim city manager
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MAY 13, 2026 | 6:30 PM | CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. OPENING MATTERS
a. Call to Order. | b. Pledge to Flag. | c. Roll Call.
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council welcomes input from the audience. If there is a matter of business on the agenda that you are
interested in, you may address the Council when this matter is considered. If you wish to speak on a matter that is not
on the agenda, you may do so at this time. In order for everyone to be heard, please limit your comments to three (3)
minutes per person. The Brown Act regulations do not allow action to be taken on audience comments in which the
subject is not listed on the agenda.
3. PUBLIC MATTERS
4. ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES
a. None.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Council considers m atters listed under the Consent Calendar as routine. The Council will take action with a
single motion and roll call vote. A Councilmember may request the removal of an item(s) from the Consent Calendar
for separate discussion and subsequent action.
The following items, as presented, are before the City Council for approval or denial:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. April 22, 2026
b. Possible Adoption of a Resolution Approving a Catastrophic Leave Bank Policy.
c. Adoption of a Resolution Approving Amendments to the City’s
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
City Council
Council will discuss interim city manager evaluation and city manager recruitment
The Willits City Council will meet on April 28, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes a closed‑session notice to evaluate the performance of the interim City Manager under Government Code §54957. It also includes a closed‑session notice to consider recruitment and potential appointment of a new City Manager under the same code.
- Closed‑session: Public employee performance evaluation – Interim City Manager (Gov. Code §54957)
- Closed‑session: Recruitment and potential appointment – City Manager (Gov. Code §54957)
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APRIL 28, 2026 | 6:30 PM | COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. OPENING MATTERS
a. Call to Order. | b. Roll Call.
2. CLOSED SESSION NOTICE
a. Pursuant to Government Code §54957 – Public Employee Performance Evaluation –
Interim City Manager.
b. Pursuant to Government Code §54957 – Recruitment and Potential Public Employee
Appointment: City Manager.
3. ADJOURNMENT
Right to Appeal - Persons who are dissatisfied with the decisions of the City Council may have the right to a
review of that decision by a court. The City has adopted Section 1094.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure, which
generally limits to 90-days, the time within an individual and/or entity may judicially challenge the decisions of
the City Boards and Agencies.
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that I posted the foregoing
Agenda on the bulletin board at the main entrance of the City of Willits City Hall, located at 111 East
Commercial Street, Willits, California, not less than 24 hours prior to the meeting set forth on this Agenda.
Dated this 21st day of April 2026.
Delores Pedersen, City Clerk
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
If you need assistance to attend or participate in a City Council meeting, please cont
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Thu Apr 23, 2026
Finance Committee
Finance Committee to discuss 2026/2027 budget planning and audit RFP
The Finance Committee will review the Treasurer’s Report on investments and banking. The body will also discuss the preparation of a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the 2024/2025 fiscal year audit and plan the 2026/2027 fiscal year budget.
- Preparation of RFP for the 2024/2025 FY Audit
- Planning for the 2026/2027 FY Budget
- Treasurer’s Report on Investments and Banking
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AGENDA
FINANCE COMMITTEE
April 23, 2026 | 4:00 PM | Council Chambers
Committee Members: Vice-Mayor Matthew Alaniz & Mayor Tom Allman
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
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aken.
3. OLD BUSINESS
a. Minutes – February 18, 2026
4. NEW BUSINESS
a. Treasurer’s Report on Investments and Banking.
5. OTHER MATTERS
a. Update on Audits
i. 2024/2025 FY Audit: Preparation of RFP
b. Upcoming 2026/2027 FY Budget: Planning
i. May – draft should be done.
ii. June – revisions/passes Willits City Council.
6. NEXT MEETING
a. May 20, 2026 @ 4:00 pm.
7. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Committee Chair Alaniz at 4:00 pm.
Roll Call: Committee Members Alaniz.
Staff present: Dusty Duley, Community Development Director; Manuel Orozco, Finance
Director; Walter Kolon, Services and Facilities Director and Delores Pedersen, City Clerk.
Others present: None.
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Committee Chair Alaniz invited public comments for items not posted on the agenda.
None Presented.
3. OLD BUSINESS
a. Minutes – October 15, 2025 – Approved
Minutes – November 20, 2025 - Approved
b. Review of the FY 2023-24 Audit.
• M
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Wed Apr 22, 2026
City Council
Council to consider adopting a Catastrophic Leave Bank Policy
The Willits City Council will vote on a resolution to adopt a Catastrophic Leave Bank Policy for city employees. The council will also act on several consent‑calendar items, including approval of the April 8 minutes, a contract with RW Consulting for wastewater negotiations, and an agreement with Muchmore Than Consulting for human‑resources services. Department recommendations include a request to vacate an undeveloped alley from the 1902 Oak Park Addition and a Cal Fire cooperative agreement for improvements to Firco Road and Ells Field Airport.
- Adopt Resolution Approving a Catastrophic Leave Bank Policy
- Approve contract with RW Consulting to facilitate wastewater negotiations
- Approve agreement with Muchmore Than Consulting for human resources services
- Consider request to vacate an undeveloped alley (Oak Park Addition, 1902)
- Cal Fire cooperative agreement for Firco Rd. and Ells Field Airport improvements
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APRIL 22, 2026 | 6:30 PM | CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. OPENING MATTERS
a. Call to Order. | b. Pledge to Flag. | c. Roll Call.
2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council welcomes input from the audience. If there is a matter of business on
the agenda that you are interested in, you may address the Council when this matter is
considered. If you wish to speak on a matter that is not on the agenda, you may do so at
this time. In order for everyone to be heard, please limit your comments to three (3)
minutes per person. The Brown Act regulations do not allow action to be taken on
audience comments in which the subject is not listed on the agenda.
3. PUBLIC MATTERS
4. ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCES
a. None.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Council considers matters listed under the Consent Calendar as routine. The
Council will take action with a single motion and roll call vote. A Councilmember may
request the removal of an item(s) from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and
subsequent action.
The following items as presented are before the City Council for approval or denial:
a. City Council Minutes:
i. April 8, 2026
b. Discussion and Possible Adoption of Resolution Approving a Catastrophic Leave Bank
Policy.
c. Approve Contract with RW Consulting to Facilitate Wastewater Negotiations Between
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