Cloverdale public meetings in 2022

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works and Facilities Subcommittee cancelled its regularly scheduled meetings for October 25, November 22, and December 27, 2022. Alternative special meetings will be held on October 20, November 17, and December 7, 2022, at 1:30 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. The agenda is only procedural boilerplate regarding cancellations.

• Cancellation of October 25, 2022 meeting
• Cancellation of November 22, 2022 meeting
• Cancellation of December 27, 2022 meeting
• Alternative special meetings scheduled for October 20, November 17, and December 7, 2022

City Council

The City Council reorganized its leadership and adopted the 2022 California Building Standards and Fire Codes. The council also approved a new Public Works Director and a school resource officer agreement. Voters rejected Ballot Measure K, which would have banned safe and sane fireworks.

• Elected Todd Lands as Mayor (4-1)
• Elected Gus Wolter as Vice Mayor (4-1)
• Adopted 2022 California Building Standards and Fire Codes (4-0)
• Approved at-will employment agreement for Public Works Director Derrick Montanye (4-0)
• Approved MOU with Cloverdale Unified School District for a School Resource Officer (4-1)
• Approved purchase of Vermeer chipper ($67,862) and Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD ($91,013) (5-0)
• Adopted Official Canvass of November 8, 2022 election results (4-0)
• Adopted updated Records Retention Schedule (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a Design Review and Conditional Use Permit for a restaurant and bar featuring outdoor amplified entertainment. The project involves adding to an existing commercial building and converting a former gas station into a venue called 101 North.

• Approved Design Review and Conditional Use Permit for restaurant and bar with outdoor amplified entertainment at 101 N. Cloverdale Boulevard (4-0)
• Approved October 4, 2022 meeting minutes

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works and Facilities Subcommittee will discuss and receive updates on several infrastructure items, including downtown sidewalk pavement conditions, waste receptacle replacement costs, the Vista View paving project, and a parking zone sign request on Tarman Drive. Standing items include updates on blight abatement, pedestrian safety improvements on Asti Road, and park renovations.

• Update on Downtown Waste Receptacles with cost analysis
• Discussion of Downtown Sidewalk Pavement Conditions
• Update on Vista View Paving Project
• Discussion of Tarman Drive Parking Zone Sign Request
• Discussion of Infrastructure Improvement Cost Estimates for Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety on Asti Road

The subcommittee approved the November 16, 2022 minutes. Members discussed and provided staff direction on downtown waste receptacles, sidewalk pavement conditions, and the Vista View Paving Project. No other formal votes or decisions were recorded.

• Approved November 16, 2022 minutes

Subcommittee Archive: Finance, Administration, & Police

The Finance, Administration, and Police Subcommittee approved the October 3, 2022 meeting minutes. The body provided direction to staff regarding the T.O.T. Ordinance and the appointment of a Sonoma County Library Commissioner. Several other items were discussed or received updates, but no further formal actions were taken.

• Approved October 3, 2022 minutes as submitted
• Directed staff to organize interviews for all interested Sonoma County Library Commissioner applicants

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works and Facilities Subcommittee cancelled its regular October 25, November 22, and December 27, 2022 meetings. Alternative special meetings are scheduled on October 20, November 17, and December 7, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room.

• Cancellation of October 25, November 22, and December 27, 2022 meetings
• Special meetings set for October 20, November 17, and December 7, 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
• Meeting location: City Hall Conference Room, 124 N. Cloverdale Blvd

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works and Facilities Subcommittee will discuss several items including the Furber Park Playground Renovation, potential park enhancements, and street striping maintenance. Updates will be provided on the purchase of a new dump truck and chipper, parks department staffing, and the street light maintenance program. The committee will also review parking requirements for S. Cloverdale Blvd.

• Discussion - Furber Park Playground Renovation
• Discussion - Potential Park Enhancements (pickleball, bag toss, Bocce courts)
• Update - Parks Department Purchase of New Dump Truck and Chipper
• Review - Parking Requirements for S. Cloverdale Blvd
• Update - Street Light Maintenance Program Current Issues

The subcommittee approved the minutes from the October 20, 2022 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of reports and discussions regarding park renovations, equipment needs, and infrastructure costs without further formal decisions.

• Approved October 20, 2022 minutes as submitted

Council Subcommittee - Joint City / CUSD

The Joint City/CUSD Subcommittee approved the September 19, 2022 minutes and directed staff to schedule the School Resource Officer MOU for the December 14, 2022 City Council meeting. The group also designated the South Properties and Thyme Square Property Transfer as standing items for future updates.

• Approved September 19, 2022 minutes
• Directed staff to place School Resource Officer MOU on December 14, 2022 City Council meeting
• Designated South Properties (Kelly Road) as a Standing Item for future agendas
• Designated Thyme Square Property Transfer as a Standing Item for future agendas

City Council

The City Council approved a 5% salary increase for the City Manager and Police Chief. The Council also adopted an updated general salary schedule for all city employees dated November 10, 2022.

• Approved 5% salary increase for City Manager and Police Chief (5-0)
• Adopted updated City of Cloverdale Salary Schedule dated November 10, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Robert Smith for code enforcement services not to exceed $50,000 (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 with West Yost, Inc. for interim city engineering services not to exceed $385,000 (5-0)
• Adopted MOU with Dry Creek Rancheria Band of Pomo Indians for a Community Facilities District (5-0)
• Approved second amendment to solid waste franchise agreement with Recology Sonoma Marin Inc. (5-0)
• Approved budget amendment of $24,000 for Green Valley Engineering and $19,323.86 for Furber Park roll-up doors (5-0)
• Approved agreement with County of Sonoma Registrar of Voters for election services (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a financing plan and work order for energy and utility retrofits, including new water meters and solar installation. The council also updated municipal codes regarding critical infrastructure and extended the City Manager's employment agreement.

• Approved PG&E Turnkey Program work order and financing for energy/water projects (5-0)
• Approved equipment lease purchase agreement with Bank of America for project financing (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 749-2022 repealing vehicle habitation rules and adding critical infrastructure protections (4-1)
• Approved $352,845 contract to Rege Construction, Inc. for 2nd Street Park basketball project (5-0)
• Approved $36,830.29 agreement with PumpMan Norcal for wastewater plant repairs (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute RHNA transfer MOU with Sonoma County (5-0)
• Approved Fourth Amendment to City Manager David Kelley's employment agreement through June 30, 2026 (5-0)
• Seed to Soul cannabis permit fee payment plan failed due to lack of motion

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The October 25, November 22, and December 27, 2022 Public Works and Facilities Subcommittee meetings are cancelled. Alternative special meetings will be held on October 20, November 17, and December 7, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. No substantive agenda items are listed.

• Cancellation of October 25, November 22, and December 27, 2022 meetings
• Alternative special meetings scheduled for October 20, November 17, and December 7, 2022 at 1:30 p.m.
• Meeting location: City Hall Conference Room, 124 N. Cloverdale Blvd

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works and Facilities Subcommittee will discuss a complaint over the use of an easement at the Cherry Creek Property, review legal options to address public health and safety concerns at the blighted Car Wash Property, and consider the removal of portable basketball hoops from public rights-of-way. The meeting also includes updates on park signage, irrigation, and various infrastructure projects.

• Discussion - Complaint over use of easement at Cherry Creek Property
• Update - Public health and safety concerns at blighted Car Wash Property; identify legal options
• Discussion - Removal of portable basketball hoops in public right-of-way
• Update - City grant application for city-wide drought relief water system updates
• Update - Pedestrian and bicycle safety improvement costs on Asti Road between Citrus Fair and First Street

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works & Facilities Subcommittee is reviewing infrastructure improvement costs and water management reports. The body is discussing pedestrian safety, recycled water feasibility, and various city-wide facility updates.

• Infrastructure cost estimate for pedestrian and bicycle safety on As Road between Citrus Fair and First Street
• Infrastructure cost estimate for a pedestrian bridge over the creek near Cherry Creek Housing Development
• Recycled Water Feasibility Study
• Title 22 Engineering Report
• Discussion of city trash receptacles in front of Dahlia and Sage

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works & Facilities Subcommittee is reviewing a Joint Powers Agreement between the City of Cloverdale and Sonoma County regarding River Park maintenance. The agenda also includes discussions on street striping plans, park signage, and various water and safety updates.

• River Park Joint Powers Agreement between Sonoma County and City of Cloverdale
• Citywide Street Striping plan / Pavement Management Program proposal
• Stop Signs at the corner of W. 1st Street and Jefferson
• New Park Signage at City Park
• Purchase of Mini Excavator and associated equipment up to $66,525

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works & Facilities Subcommittee met to discuss drought response, water rates, and various infrastructure updates. Items included a proposal for a new mini excavator and safety assessments for local intersections.

• Purchase of John Deere 35G mini excavator and breaker not to exceed $66,525 plus tax
• Traffic/pedestrian safety assessment at South Cloverdale Boulevard and Healdsburg Avenue
• Pickleball court installation options
• Water supply update and drought response
• Six Acres Mutual Water Company pre-annexation process

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works & Facilities Subcommittee is reviewing updates on water supply, drought response, and solid waste management. The body is also discussing pedestrian safety at the South Cloverdale Boulevard and Healdsburg Avenue intersection.

• Status update on Recology Sonoma Marin solid waste rate review and SB 1383 compliance
• Update on Russian River Drought Response Group and Voluntary Water Sharing Agreement
• Discussion of traffic and pedestrian safety at South Cloverdale Boulevard and Healdsburg Avenue
• Update on public restroom project for Cloverdale Plaza
• Update on traffic signage requests for Sonoma Drive and Champlain/North Jefferson

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The subcommittee is meeting to discuss water supply updates, drought relief grant applications, and a citywide street striping plan. The body will also review pedestrian safety at the South Cloverdale Boulevard and Healdsburg Avenue intersection.

• Update on Per Capita Grant Program funding for City Park Basketball Courts
• Update on City Grant Application to Department of Water Resources for drought relief
• Discussion of a Citywide Street Striping plan and Pavement Management Program
• Update on 4th Street Reconstruction Project
• Review of Cloverdale Complete Street Safety Assessment with Fehr & Peers

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The subcommittee is meeting to receive updates on water supply, drought relief grants, and the 4th Street Reconstruction Project. Members will also discuss a citywide street striping plan and pedestrian safety at the South Cloverdale Boulevard and Healdsburg Avenue intersection.

• Review of 2nd Street City Park Master Plan
• Proposal for a Citywide Street Striping plan / Pavement Management Program
• Update on 4th Street Reconstruction Project
• Discussion on traffic/pedestrian safety at South Cloverdale Boulevard / Healdsburg Avenue
• Update on audio crosswalk controls for 1st Street and Citrus Fair traffic signals

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works & Facilities Subcommittee met to discuss water supply strategies, including a $3 million grant application for drought relief. The meeting also addressed various city infrastructure projects such as street striping, park improvements, and road repairs.

• $3 million grant application for City-wide Drought Relief Water System Updates
• Water supply update regarding the Russian River Drought Response Group
• Update on 4th Street Reconstruction Project
• Request for audio crosswalk controls at 1st Street and Citrus Fair traffic signals
• Discussion of a Citywide Street Striping plan/Pavement Management Program

Subcommittee Archive: Public Works & Facilities

The Public Works & Facilities Subcommittee is reviewing various infrastructure and utility items including water supply updates and drought response. Discussion topics include citywide street striping, park improvements, and the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds for water wells.

• Water Supply Update and Drought Response presentation
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending plan including water wells and drought relief grants
• Citywide Street Striping plan discussion
• Porterfield Creek Open Preserve Phase 1 Vegetation Management Program update
• Request for No Parking signs on E 4th Street