Clearlake, California
Upcoming
City Council Regular Meeting
Recent meetings
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will consider awarding a $2,698,550.69 contract to Ghilotti Construction for the Dam Rd Roundabout Project and adopting three one-year memorandums of understanding with employee associations (CMEA, CPOA, MMA). The meeting is a special session with a focused business agenda.
- Award of contract to Ghilotti Construction for $2,698,550.69 for the Dam Rd Roundabout Project, with authorization for up to 10% in unforeseen amendments
- Adoption of MOU with Clearlake Municipal Employees Association (CMEA) for July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
- Adoption of MOU with Clearlake Police Officer Association (CPOA) for July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
- Adoption of MOU with Clearlake Middle Management Association (MMA) for July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 2026-05, which would allow watercraft rentals at 13885 Lakeshore Drive. A resolution is recommended for adoption. Other agenda items are routine, including approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 2026-05 for watercraft rentals at 13885 Lakeshore Drive (Resolution PC 2026-07)
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a budget workshop at 5:00 PM followed by a regular meeting at 6:00 PM. During the regular meeting, the Council will hold public hearings on the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget, the appropriations limit (Gann Limit), and the city's fee schedule. Additionally, the Council will consider a stop sign installation and evaluation policy, receive an update on the Lake County Sanitation District, and go into closed session for labor negotiations and anticipated litigation.
- Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-22 for Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget
- Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-24 for Fiscal Year 2026-27 fee schedule
- Adoption of Resolution 2026-20: Stop Sign Installation and Evaluation Policy
- Temporary street closure for Fourth of July Parade (Resolution 2026-21)
- Closed session: labor negotiations with three employee associations and anticipated litigation (3 cases)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Conditional Use Permit CUP 2025-04 for a Commercial Food Park at 14530 Lakeshore Drive. A resolution (PC 2026-06) is recommended for adoption. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 2025-04 for a Commercial Food Park at 14530 Lakeshore Drive
- Recommended action: Adopt Resolution PC 2026-06
The Planning Commission adopted Resolution PC 2026-06 to allow a Commercial Food Park. The project includes the use of an ADA-compliant portable restroom and requires the construction of pedestrian pathways before occupancy.
- Adopted Agenda (4-0)
- Accepted previous meeting minutes with corrections (4-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit CUP 2025-04 for a Commercial Food Park at 14530 Lakeshore Drive (4-0)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Clearlake City Council will vote on a $2,698,550.69 contract to Ghilotti Construction for the Dam Rd Roundabout Project, adopt a Vision Zero framework, and authorize a grant application for the Lakeshore Drive Safety Enhancement Project with matching funds. The consent agenda includes approval of a professional services contract for annexation and sphere of influence updates. A closed session is scheduled for anticipated litigation and labor negotiations with police and municipal employee associations.
- Award of $2,698,550.69 contract to Ghilotti Construction for Dam Rd Roundabout (Item 10)
- Adoption of Resolution 2026-16 establishing a Vision Zero framework (Item 11)
- Resolution 2026-15 endorsing Lakeshore Drive Safety Enhancement Project and authorizing Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application with matching funds (Item 12)
- Professional services contract for annexation, sphere of influence updates and detachment applications (Item 9)
- Closed session on anticipated litigation and labor negotiations with three employee associations (Items 13-14)
The City Council adopted Resolution 2026-16 to establish a Vision Zero framework. They also approved Resolution 2026-15 to endorse the Lakeshore Drive Safety Enhancement Project and authorize matching funds for a federal grant application.
- Adopted Resolution 2026-16 establishing a Vision Zero framework (3-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-15 regarding Lakeshore Drive safety and federal grant commitment (3-0)
- Approved Consent Agenda including warrants, minutes, and Vector Control Board minutes (3-0)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Clearlake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit (CUP 2026-03) for an automobile tire shop at 3510, 3511, and 3520 Redwood Street. The commission is also scheduled to review and file minutes from a previous meeting as part of the consent agenda. No other substantive items are listed for discussion or decision.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 2026-03 for an Automobile Tire Shop at 3510, 3511, and 3520 Redwood Street
- Consent agenda: review and file meeting minutes
Traffic Committee Meeting
The Clearlake Traffic Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss traffic safety problem areas, the use of regulatory signs per the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, and current and future project updates with traffic safety improvements. No votes or decisions are anticipated; the agenda is primarily discussion-based.
- Discussion of traffic safety problem areas
- Discussion of the use of regulatory signs per the MUTCD
- Current and future project updates with traffic safety improvements
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing on extending temporary road closures to reduce illegal dumping (Resolution 2026-14), award a contract for the Senior Center exterior repair project, and discuss concerns with the Lake County Sanitation District. In closed session, the Council will confer with legal counsel on nine potential cases related to the Robin Lane sewage spill and labor negotiations with three employee associations.
- Public hearing on Resolution 2026-14 to extend temporary road closures for illegal dumping reduction
- Award of contract to Bridges Construction for Senior Center Exterior Repair Project (up to 10% contingency)
- Discussion and consideration of actions regarding concerns with the Lake County Sanitation District
- Closed session: 9 potential litigation cases related to Robin Lane sewage spill (claimants: Joseph Ross, Mayra Ornate Solis, et al.)
- Closed session: labor negotiations with Clearlake Police Officers Association, Municipal Employees Association, and Middle Management Association
The council adopted Resolution 2026-14 extending temporary road closures on certain roads to reduce illegal dumping, protect the environment, and public health. It also awarded a contract to Bridges Construction for the Senior Center Exterior Repair Project. In closed session, the council denied nine claims related to the Robin Lane sewage spill.
- Adopted Resolution 2026-14 extending temporary road closure (5-0)
- Awarded contract to Bridges Construction for Senior Center Exterior Repair Project (5-0)
- Directed staff to take actions regarding Lake County Sanitation District concerns (5-0)
- Denied nine claims related to Robin Lane sewage spill (5-0, closed session)
City Council Special Meeting
This special meeting consists primarily of a closed session where the City Council will consult with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation. No other substantive business items are on the agenda; the meeting is otherwise procedural with roll call, pledge, and adjournment.
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 case) under Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(4)
The Clearlake City Council met in a special closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions or votes.
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Clearlake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit (CUP 2026-04) to allow the expansion of the Hope Center at 3400 Emerson Street. The Commission will also appoint a 2026 Chair and Vice Chair. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit CUP 2026-04 for expansion of the Hope Center at 3400 Emerson Street
- Appointment of 2026 Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Consent agenda: approval of meeting minutes
The Planning Commission unanimously approved Conditional Use Permit 2026-04 to expand the Hope Center at 3400 Emerson Street. The expansion impacts adjacent properties regarding parking, sidewalk access, and public safety. The commission also appointed Jack Smalley as 2026 Chair and Chris Inglis as Vice Chair. No other substantive business was conducted.
- Approved Conditional Use Permit 2026-04 for Hope Center expansion at 3400 Emerson Street (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution PC 2026-06
- Appointed Jack Smalley as 2026 Chair
- Appointed Chris Inglis as 2026 Vice Chair
- Received and filed previous meeting minutes
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss and vote on establishing the Clearlake Reconnect and Recovery Support Initiative in partnership with Woodland Community College. They will also consider approving the purchase of one street sweeper for up to $80,000. Consent items include a temporary street closure for the May 3rd Sober Grad Vendor Fair. The Council will hold closed sessions on labor negotiations and anticipated litigation.
- Discussion and vote on Clearlake Reconnect and Recovery Support Initiative with Woodland Community College
- Purchase of one street sweeper, not to exceed $80,000
- Temporary street closure for May 3rd Sober Grad Vendor Fair (Resolution 2026-13)
- Closed session: labor negotiations with Clearlake Middle Management Association, Clearlake Municipal Employees Association, and Clearlake Police Officers Association
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 case)
The city council unanimously approved a partnership with Woodland Community College to establish the Clearlake Reconnect and Recovery Support Initiative. It also approved the purchase of a street sweeper for up to $80,000 and adopted a resolution for a temporary street closure on May 3rd for a Sober Grad Vendor Fair. The council postponed the PEG Annual Report presentation to a future agenda and received the Lake County Vector Control Board minutes.
- Approved Clearlake Reconnect and Recovery Support Initiative with Woodland Community College (5-0)
- Approved purchase of one street sweeper not to exceed $80,000 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-13 for temporary street closure on May 3rd (5-0)
- Received and filed Lake County Vector Control Board minutes (5-0)
- Adopted agenda with modification postponing PEG Annual Report presentation (5-0)
- Closed session: no action taken
City Planning Commission Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider two conditional use permits: an auto body repair facility at 14915 Olympic Drive (Units G and O) and a drive-up recycle center for California CRV materials at 2450 Ogulin Canyon Road. The commission is scheduled to vote on resolutions approving each permit.
- Conditional Use Permit CUP 2026-01 for auto body repair at 14915 Olympic Drive, Units G and O
- Conditional Use Permit CUP 2026-02 for drive-up recycle center at 2450 Ogulin Canyon Road
- Public hearings for both items
- Recommended adoption of Resolution PC 2026-01 and Resolution PC 2026-02
City Council Regular Meeting
The Clearlake City Council will consider approving an employment services agreement with Alan Flora as City Manager, and an agreement with Lakeport for supplemental law enforcement services. The consent agenda includes the second reading of an ordinance amending tobacco retail licensing, a housing element progress report, and routine approvals. Closed session will address litigation related to the Robin Lane sewage spill and labor negotiations.
- Second reading of Ordinance 286-2026 amending tobacco retail licensing
- Agreement with City of Lakeport for supplemental law enforcement services
- Employment services agreement with Alan Flora as City Manager
- Closed session on 33 potential lawsuits related to Robin Lane sewage spill
- Proclamations for Child Abuse Awareness, Arts Culture Creativity, and Fair Housing months
City Council Regular Meeting
The Clearlake City Council will hold a workshop on annexation at 5 PM, followed by a regular meeting at 6 PM. Among the business items, the Council will hold the first reading of Ordinance 286-2026 amending the municipal code on tobacco retail licensing and set a second reading. Other actions include considering a Proposition 64 grant application, receiving an update on the 2026 Robin Lane sewer spill, and discussing a joint letter on Opportunity Zones. The Council will also go into closed session to evaluate the city manager and discuss ongoing litigation with the Koi Nation.
- First reading of Ordinance 286-2026 amending tobacco retail licensing
- Discussion of Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Grant application
- Update on the 2026 Robin Lane sewer spill
- Consideration of a joint letter advocating for Opportunity Zones selection
- Closed session: performance evaluation of City Manager and litigation with Koi Nation
The Council voted 4-0 to hold the first reading of Ordinance 286-2026 amending tobacco retail licensing, waive further reading, set second reading for the next meeting, and authorize the City Manager to execute an MOU with the County. In other business, the Council gave consensus to move forward with an annexation plan and to begin city representation on the Lake County Air Quality Management District board. The Council also adopted resolutions for a temporary street closure for an Easter egg hunt and for a Proposition 64 grant application, and approved a joint letter advocating for Opportunity Zones selection. The agenda and consent items were adopted unanimously.
- Approved first reading of Ordinance 286-2026 on tobacco retail licensing (4-0)
- Consensus to move forward with annexation plan presented by City Manager
- Consensus to begin process of city representation on LCAQMD Board
- Adopted Resolution 2026-11 for temporary street closure for Easter egg hunt
- Adopted Resolution 2026-12 for Proposition 64 Public Health and Safety Grant application
- Approved joint letter advocating for Opportunity Zones selection and authorized Mayor to sign
- Adopted updated Council Norms and Procedures (4-0)
- Received and filed 2025 Annual Housing Element Progress Report and warrants
City Council Regular Meeting
The Clearlake City Council will discuss a resolution calling for a ballot measure to change the city treasurer from an elected to an appointed position. The council will also receive updates from PG&E and on the Robin Lane sewer spill, and discuss community-funded project requests for FY 2027. Consent items include authorizing the disposal and sale of surplus police vehicles.
- Resolution No. 2026-10 calling for a ballot measure to change the City Treasurer from elected to appointed
- Discussion of Community Funded Project Requests for FY 2027
- Update on the Robin Lane Sewer Spill Emergency
- Consideration of updates from PG&E
- Authorize disposal and sale of surplus police vehicles via dismantler (Resolution No. 2026-08)
The City Council gave consensus to pursue funding for four community projects: Highlands Park, Burns Valley aquifer studies, Airport Property Project infrastructure, and a park in the avenues. The consent agenda was approved, including authorization to dispose of surplus police vehicles via a dismantler (Resolution 2026-08). A resolution to change the City Treasurer position from elected to appointed was postponed to June. No action was taken on updates from PG&E or the Robin Lane sewer spill emergency.
- Consent agenda approved: surplus police vehicle disposal (Resolution 2026-08), warrants, and minutes (4-0)
- Council gave consensus to pursue funding for Highlands Park improvements
- Council gave consensus to pursue funding for Burns Valley aquifer studies
- Council gave consensus to pursue funding for Airport Property Project infrastructure
- Council gave consensus to pursue funding for a new park in the avenues
- Resolution to change City Treasurer from elected to appointed postponed to June (no action)
- PG&E update received; no action taken
- Robin Lane sewer spill emergency verbal update received; no action taken
City Council Regular Meeting
The Clearlake City Council will hold a budget review workshop at 5 PM, followed by a regular meeting at 6 PM. The council will vote on the 1st amendment to the FY 2025-26 budget for mid-year adjustments (Resolution 2026-07) and consider authorizing contracts for demolition of 13 properties. A discussion on transitioning the city treasurer from elected to appointed via a November 2026 ballot measure is also on the agenda.
- Adoption of Resolution 2026-07 for 1st amendment to FY 2025-26 budget (mid-year adjustments)
- Authorization for demolition contracts at 13 properties including 16303 22nd Ave, 3162 9th St, 5875 Huron Ave, and others
- Discussion on transitioning city treasurer from elected to appointed position via November 2026 ballot measure
- Update on Robin Lane sewer spill emergency (verbal, no action)
- Consent item: Resolution 2026-06 accepting grant funds for Algae Harvesting Demonstration Project
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a regular meeting with several consent items and business discussions. Key business includes a verbal update on the Robin Lane sewer spill, consideration of a MOU with Highlands Water Company, discussion of the County's proposed Low Value Ordinance, and a letter opposing a League of California Cities recommendation to restructure local sales tax allocations. The Council will also go into closed session for anticipated litigation and a liability claim.
- Adoption of Resolution 2026-04 for a CDBG Program Income–Only Application for the Red Bud Park Improvement Project
- Approval of a contract with ECORP Consulting for a cultural resources report for the Airport Redevelopment Project
- Discussion and consideration of a Memorandum of Understanding with Highlands Water Company
- Discussion of the County of Lake's proposed Low Value Ordinance
- Consideration of a letter opposing League of California Cities' recommendation to restructure Bradley-Burns 1% local sales tax allocations
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including adopting the Lake County Climate Adaptation Plan and the 2025 Stormwater Resources Plan. They will also hold a second reading of the 2025 California Building Standards Code update and consider a contract with the Clearlake Animal Association for animal care services. The meeting includes a closed session for a liability claim and anticipated litigation.
- Resolution 2026-03 adopting the Lake County Climate Adaptation Plan
- Resolution 2026-01 adopting the 2025 Lake County Stormwater Resources Plan
- Second reading of Ordinance 284-2026 for 2025 California Building Standards Code
- Contract with Clearlake Animal Association for animal care and control services
- Resolution SA 2026-01 approving FY 26-27 ROPS for financial oversight