Angels Camp, California
Upcoming
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce Ordinance 555, which would amend the municipal code to add barbering and cosmetology to allowable home occupations with development standards. Other action items include setting the GANN spending limit for FY 2026-27, repealing the Museum Commission, and approving agreements for tourism promotion and museum operations with the Calaveras Visitors Bureau. The council will also consider a consolidated public safety technology agreement with AXON Enterprise.
- Public hearing: Ordinance 555 – adding barbering and cosmetology to home occupations (Section 17.06.060)
- Resolution 26-67: GANN Limit for FY 2026-27
- Ordinance 556: Repealing Chapter 2.50 (Museum Commission) and Ordinance 348
- Agreement 26-21: Tourism promotion agreement with Calaveras Visitors Bureau
- Agreement 26-22/Resolution 26-68: Lease and operations agreement for Angels Camp Museum with Calaveras Visitors Bureau
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Resolution of Intent 26-09 to recommend a new section of the Angels Municipal Code (17.06.240) addressing state requirements for streamlining permits for Electrical Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS) and Hydrogen Fueling Stations (HFS). The item is a recommendation to the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 11, 2026, and committee reports.
- Public Hearing: Resolution of Intent 26-09 to recommend adding Section 17.06.240 to the City of Angels Municipal Code for streamlined permitting of EVCS and HFS.
City Council Meeting
Recent meetings
LLD Commission - CANCELLED
This regular meeting of the LLD Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.
- Meeting cancelled; no business conducted
City Council Meeting
The council will adopt the FY 2026-2027 budget, hold a public hearing on the Greenhorn Creek Landscaping & Lighting District assessments, vote on a fire protection services agreement with Altaville Melones Fire Protection District, and ratify a landscaping services contract. A closed session precedes the regular meeting to evaluate the city administrator and discuss property negotiations.
- Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 26-54 for continuation of Landscaping & Lighting District No. 2 assessments (Greenhorn Creek)
- Resolution 26-65 to ratify professional services agreement with Dario's Landscaping for landscaping within the LLD
- Resolution 26-66 adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
- Resolution 26-64 and agreement for fire protection and emergency medical services between Angels Camp Fire District and Altaville Melones Fire Protection District
- Resolutions 26-61, 26-62, 26-63 designating City Administrator as ADA Liaison Officer and DBE Liaison Officer, and adopting ADA Grievance Procedure
Planning Commission Meeting
The Angels Camp Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a resolution to recommend amending the city code to allow barbering and cosmetology as home occupations with development standards. The commission will also discuss a potential cap on the total number of food trucks citywide and hold a public hearing to take input on the General Plan Housing Element Update. Other business includes a tour of the Mark Twain exhibit at the Angels Hotel and approval of minutes from April 9, 2026.
- Public hearing on Resolution of Intent 26-08 to amend Section 17.06.060 adding barbering and cosmetology as home occupations with development standards
- Discussion and staff direction on potential cap on total number of food trucks citywide
- Public hearing to take input on General Plan Housing Element Update
- Tour of Mark Twain exhibit at Angels Hotel
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session first. Action items include several resolutions: extending a planning services contract, approving a Habitat for Humanity beautification MOU, a police officer services agreement with Bret Harte High School, a police bargaining unit settlement, and a discussion on proposed water, wastewater, and Utica rate increases along with billing date changes for FY 2026-2027.
- Resolution 26-60 – Extend Planning Services Contract with Augustine Planning Associates, Inc. to June 30, 2028
- Resolution 26-59 – Habitat for Humanity Community Volunteer Beautification Projects MOU
- Resolution 26-55 – Approve agreement with Bret Harte Union High School District for Police Officer Services at Bret Harte High School
- Resolution 26-58 – Approve 2026-2027 Police Officer Association Bargaining Unit Settlement Package Proposal #25
- Resolution 26-56 – Discussion and direction on proposed Water, Wastewater and Utica Rate Increases and Change in Billing Dates FY 2026-2027
The provided document is a signed audit trail for the minutes, not the minutes themselves. No decisions, approvals, or substantive actions are recorded in the supplied text.
Planning Commission Meeting CANCELLED
The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 14, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is planned for June 11, 2026.
LLD Commission
The LLD Commission will review the proposed FY 2026/27 budget and the city's contracting and procurement policy. They will also score RFPs for a defensible space clearing contract and discuss clean-up and landscaping projects at Selkirk and McCauley entrances, as well as plant replacement.
- Review FY 2026/27 Proposed LLD Budget
- Review City of Angels Policy Related to Contracting and Procurement
- Review and Score RFPs for Defensible Space Clearing Contract
- LLD Defensible Space Bid discussion
- Selkirk and McCauley Entrance Clean Up
City Council Meeting
The City Council will vote on awarding the 2025/2026 Citywide Pavement Repair Project to Moyle Paving Inc. and approving an employment agreement with Steven Poortinga for Chief of Police. They will also receive a presentation on parcel zoning for the city website and consider consent items including election consolidation. Public comment is open for items not on the agenda.
- Resolution 26-49: Award the 2025/2026 Citywide Pavement Repair Project to Moyle Paving Inc.
- Resolution 26-50: Approve employment agreement between the City and Steven Poortinga for Chief of Police
- Proclamation recognizing Bret Harte Boys Basketball Team 2025-2026 season achievements
- Presentation: City of Angels Parcel Zoning for City Website by City Planner
- Resolution 26-48: Approval of General District Election Consolidation
The council approved an employment agreement for Steven Poortinga as Chief of Police (Resolution 26-50, 4-0). They also awarded the 2025/2026 Citywide Pavement Repair Project to Moyle Paving Inc. (Resolution 26-49, 4-0). Consent items including minutes, a letter of support, and an election consolidation resolution were approved unanimously. All votes were 4-0 with Council Member Kara Scott absent.
- Approved Resolution 26-50: Employment agreement for Steven Poortinga as Chief of Police (4-0)
- Approved Resolution 26-49: Award 2025/2026 Citywide Pavement Repair Project to Moyle Paving Inc. (4-0)
- Approved consent items: Minutes of April 21, 2026, CCOG letter of support, Resolution 26-48 on election consolidation (4-0)
- Approved agenda as amended (4-0)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 554, which deletes the city's existing ADU and JADU chapter and replaces it with state law. Other action items include approving a $10,000 task order to update the general plan housing element, a construction change order for the Vallecito Road Sewer Replacement Project, and switching the group life insurance carrier.
- Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 554 to delete Chapter 17.61 and adopt state ADU/JADU law
- Resolution 26-47 approving Task Order 5 for $10,000 to Augustine Planning Associates for housing element update
- Construction Change Order No. 003 for Vallecito Road Sewer Replacement Project
- Approval to change group life insurance carrier from The Hartford to Madison National Life Insurance Company
The council adopted Ordinance 554 to delete the city's ADU chapter and adopt state ADU/JADU law by a 3-2 vote, with Council Members Behiel and Scott voting no. Unanimous approvals included Resolution 26-47 for a $10,000 housing element update, a construction change order for the Vallecito Road Sewer Replacement Project, and a change of group life insurance carrier to Madison National Life. Consent items and the agenda were approved unanimously.
- Adopted Ordinance 554 deleting and replacing ADU/JADU regulations with state law (3-2)
- Approved Resolution 26-47 for $10,000 housing element update by Augustine Planning Associates (5-0)
- Approved Construction Change Order No. 003 for Vallecito Road Sewer Replacement Project (5-0)
- Approved changing group life insurance carrier from The Hartford to Madison National Life (5-0)
- Approved consent items including minutes of April 7, 2026 and March 2026 accounts payable/treasurer's report (5-0)
- Approved the agenda as posted (5-0)
- Adjourned at 7:05 PM
LLD Commission - Special Meeting
The LLD Commission will hold a special meeting on April 16, 2026, to review and approve the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2026/27. Public comment is invited. The meeting will be held in person at the Greenhorn Members Lounge and online via Microsoft Teams.
- Review and approve 2026/27 budget proposal
LLD Commission
The LLD Commission will hold a regular meeting to handle organizational business including swearing in new board members, electing a chair and vice chair, and reviewing a former engineer's report. No significant policy or financial decisions are on the agenda.
- Swearing in of new LLD Commission Board Members
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of former LLD Engineer's report
- Approval of minutes from prior meeting
- Public comment period for land use items
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider Resolution 26-07 for a finding of architectural conformity for a balcony at 1225 South Main. Other agenda items are procedural, including approval of minutes and public comment.
- Resolution 26-07: Finding of Architectural Conformity for Balcony at 1225 South Main
The Planning Commission unanimously approved Resolution 26-07, granting a finding of architectural conformity for a balcony at 1225 South Main Street. The commission also approved its March 12, 2026, meeting minutes and the agenda as posted.
- Approved Resolution 26-07 for architectural conformity of balcony at 1225 South Main (5-0)
- Approved minutes of March 12, 2026 meeting (5-0)
- Approved agenda as posted (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session regarding the employment of the City Administrator and Police Chief, followed by a regular meeting. Action items include an ordinance to delete and replace the city's ADU/JADU code with state law, resolutions for annexation of several parcels (Copello, City Water Tank, Bret Harte High School, Finnegan Lane), a lease agreement for office space at 1283 South Main St, and appointments to the Greenhorn Creek LLD2 Commission. Consent items include approval of minutes, a road closure for a youth parade, and a resolution of appreciation.
- Ordinance 554 – Deleting Chapter 17.61 and adopting state ADU/JADU law
- Resolutions 26-09 to 26-12 for annexation of Assessor's Parcels (Copello, City Water Tank, Bret Harte High School, Finnegan Lane)
- Resolution 26-43 – Lease agreement with True Properties for 1283 South Main St Suites B and D, $700/month, total fiscal impact ≤$10,000
- Resolution 26-44 – Appointment of members to Greenhorn Creek Landscape and Lighting District No. 2 Commission
- Resolution 26-42 – Road closure for Youth Parade
The City Council passed Ordinance 554, deleting the old ADU/JADU chapter and adopting state law, on a 4-1 vote. Four annexation resolutions for multiple parcels were approved 5-0. A one-year lease for office space at 1283 South Main Street was approved at $700/month plus utilities, not to exceed $10,000 total. New members were appointed to the Greenhorn Creek Landscape and Lighting District No. 2 Commission.
- Approved Ordinance 554 updating ADU/JADU regulations to conform to state law (4-1)
- Approved Resolutions 26-09 through 26-12 annexing multiple parcels (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 26-43 for a one-year lease at 1283 South Main St Suites B and D ($700/month + utilities, max $10,000) (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 26-44 appointing members to the LLD2 Commission (5-0)
- Approved consent items: March 17, 2026 minutes, Resolution 26-42 (road closure for youth parade), Resolution 26-45 (appreciation to Steve Williams) (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several resolutions, including approving an employment agreement for a new City Administrator, continuing the Greenhorn Creek Landscaping and Lighting District, partnering with the Small Business Development Center for CDBG economic development, adopting a capital equipment replacement policy, and joining a regional water study. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss the City Administrator position and routine consent items such as minutes and financial reports.
- Resolution 26-39: Engineer's report for continuation of Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2 – Greenhorn Creek for FY 2026-27
- Resolution 26-37: Letter of agreement to partner with San Joaquin Small Business Development Center for CDBG Economic Development Program
- Resolution 26-38: Capital Equipment and Vehicle Replacement Policy and Fund
- Resolution 26-40: Memorandum of Understanding for Highway 4 Corridor Regional Water Supply Long-term Study
- Resolution 26-41: Employment agreement with Michael Hodson as City Administrator
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider resolutions of intent to annex several parcels (Copello, City Water Tank, Bret Harte High School, Finnegan Lane) and add 1225 South Main Street to the city's Register of Historical Resources. The meeting also includes a commissioner oath, a resolution of appreciation, and approval of minutes from a prior meeting.
- Resolutions of Intent 26-01 to 26-04 for annexation of Assessor's Parcels: 058-011-017, -029, -030 (Copello); 057-011-015 (City Water Tank); 057-023-002, -025, -030 (Bret Harte High School); 064-004-037, -039, -040 (Finnegan Lane)
- Resolution of Intent 26-05 adding 1225 South Main Street to the City of Angels Register of Historical Resources
- Approval of Minutes from November 13, 2026
- Planning Commissioner Oath for Gretel Tiscornia
- Resolution of Appreciation for Daniel Whitford
Special City Council Meeting
The Angels Camp City Council will meet in special session to hold a closed session under Government Code Section 54957(b)(1) regarding the employment of the City Administrator, a position currently held by Interim City Administrator Steve Williams. The meeting includes public comment before adjourning to closed session, with no other business on the agenda.
- Closed session to discuss public employee employment: City Administrator (Steve Williams, Interim)
- Public comment period prior to adjournment to closed session
Special City Council Meeting
The special meeting consisted solely of a closed session to discuss the City Administrator position (Steve Williams, Interim). No direction was given following the closed session, and no public comment was received. The only formal action was a unanimous 5-0 vote to adjourn the meeting at 5:43 PM.
- Adjourned meeting at 5:43 PM (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider rejecting all bids for the 25/26 Citywide Pavement Repair Project and authorize the city engineer to revise plans and re-advertise. Other action items include applying for a T-Mobile grant for Utica Park, joining Main Street America, and formalizing the Greenhorn Creek LLD Commission. The council also will vote on employment agreements for the interim police chief and a new administrative services officer. A closed session preceded the regular meeting to discuss personnel, potential litigation, and a 0.47-acre property negotiation.
- Reject bids for 25/26 Citywide Pavement Repair Project and re-advertise
- Authorize T-Mobile Hometown Grant application for interpretive signage and exercise stations at Utica Park
- Authorize three-year membership in Main Street America
- Rescind Resolution 25-97 and adopt revised resolution establishing Greenhorn Creek LLD Commission
- Approve Amendment #1 to Interim Police Chief Joel Broumas's employment and a new Administrative Services Officer agreement with Haley Bugarin
The City Council voted unanimously (5-0) on all action items, including rejecting bids for the 2025/26 Citywide Pavement Repair Project and authorizing a revised plan and rebid. They also approved applications for a T-Mobile Hometown Grant for Utica Park signage and fitness stations, a three-year Main Street America membership, and the formal establishment of the Greenhorn Creek LLD Commission. Personnel actions included amending the Interim Police Chief's employment agreement and hiring a new Administrative Services Officer. The council also gave direction to staff following closed session.
- Rejected bids for 2025/26 Citywide Pavement Repair Project, authorized plans revision and readvertisement (5-0)
- Authorized application for T-Mobile Hometown Grant for interpretive signage and par course stations at Utica Park (5-0)
- Approved three-year membership in Main Street America (5-0)
- Rescinded Resolution 25-97 and adopted revised resolution establishing Greenhorn Creek LLD Commission as official city commission (5-0)
- Approved Amendment #1 to Interim Police Chief Joel Broumas employment agreement (5-0)
- Approved employment agreement for Administrative Services Officer Haley Bugarin at step 4 (5-0)
- Approved consent items including Housing Element APR, job description amendment, and collective bargaining authorization (5-0)
Special City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss the employment of the City Administrator (Interim Steve Williams). Following that, the regular meeting will include only public comment and adjournment; no other action items are on the agenda.
- Closed session under Gov. Code 54957(b)(1) for City Administrator employment
The council held a closed session to discuss the City Administrator position and gave direction to staff. No public comment was received. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote.
- Gave direction to staff regarding City Administrator employment (no vote recorded in open session)
- Adjourned the meeting at 6:48 PM (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss real property negotiations for three parcels (APNs 062-004-043, 062-004-030, 060-001-008), labor negotiations with the Police Officers Association, and employment matters for several positions. In open session, they will consider Resolution 26-29 approving a ten-year Capital Improvement Project and review the mid-year budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. Other administrative items include approval of draft minutes and accounts payable reports.
- Closed session real property negotiations for three parcels (Takahashi, Wheeler, City of Angels) regarding price and terms
- Closed session labor negotiations with City of Angels Camp Police Officers Association
- Closed session public employee employment for City Administrator, Police Chief, Fire Chief, and other positions
- Resolution 26-29 approving the Ten-Year Capital Improvement Project
- Mid-Year Budget 2025-2026 Financial Review
Planning Commission Meeting POSTPONE
The Angels Camp Planning Commission will consider resolutions of intent to annex several parcels and add a property to the historical register. They will also administer an oath for a commissioner and approve a resolution of appreciation. The meeting includes approval of minutes from November 13, 2026 and public comment.
- Resolution of Intent 26-01/02/03/04 for annexation of parcels: Copello (058-011-017, -029, -030), City Water Tank (057-011-015), Bret Harte High School (057-023-002, -025, -030), Finnegan Lane (064-004-037, -039, -040)
- Resolution of Intent 26-05 to add 1225 South Main Street to the City Register of Historical Resources
- Approval of minutes from November 13, 2026
- Oath of office for Commissioner Gretel Tiscornia
- Resolution of Appreciation for Daniel Whitford